Quality Control Manager – Amalgamated Dairies Limited
Location : Summerside, PE
Full‑time, Permanent, on site
Salary : $70,000 – $88,000 per year (negotiable)
Job details
Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) is a producer‑owned cooperative celebrated for its excellence in dairy processing and foodservice distribution across Prince Edward Island and beyond. ADL serves both its own brands and valued partner labels across PEI and beyond.
Position Overview
As the Quality Control Manager, you will lead our Quality team to ensure regulatory, food safety, and quality compliance across our operations. The role reports to the Director of Operations and oversees team members responsible for six sites across Prince Edward Island. This role plays a crucial part in driving continuous improvement in quality, food safety, and operational efficiency (including process streamlining and productivity) across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Development : Provide strategic direction and mentorship to the Quality team; oversee performance evaluations, competency development, and succession planning; support onboarding, communication, and project delegation.
- Quality Systems Strategy & Compliance : Ensure audit readiness and compliance with CFIA, GFSI, and other applicable standards; manage non‑conformities, complaints, and corrective action processes; oversee supplier approvals and performance monitoring; monitor evolving food safety standards and regulatory requirements; analyze trends and advise leadership on risk mitigation strategies.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration : Partner with internal teams to embed quality and food safety requirements into product development; act as a key resource for customer‑facing and administrative quality needs.
- Systems & Process Improvement : Lead digital transformation initiatives within the Quality function; optimize SOPs, document control, and reporting systems; manage budgets, project assignments, and team decision‑making; coordinate onboarding and internship programmes.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, or related field.Minimum five years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the dairy or food industry.Strong working knowledge of quality assurance programs such as GMP and HACCP.Strong leadership and team management skills, along with a sustained commitment to team development.Knowledge of change management and Lean Manufacturing tools and methods.Proven project management skills.Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and statistical software.Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and manage multiple projects.Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.Ability to work independently with multiple stakeholders.Compensation and Benefits
Salary range : $70,000 – $88,000 per year, negotiable based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage; convenient virtual health access; retirement savings plan with employer contributions and expert financial guidance; personal spending accounts (PSA) for well‑being expenses; employee assistance program (EAP); personalized training programmes; and exclusive employee discounts.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ADL is committed to equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees.
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