Job Overview

Job Title

Supervisor, Food Safety

Location

Owensboro, KY

Department

Quality

Reports to

Quality Manager

Work Schedule & Shift

Monday through Friday / 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

About Mizkan America

Mizkan America, headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, is a subsidiary of the Mizkan Group, a global, family-owned company that has been Bringing Flavor to Life™ for more than 220 years. As one of the leading manufacturers of vinegars, condiments, and sauces in the United States, Mizkan America operates 12 manufacturing facilities serving the retail, foodservice, specialty Asian, and food ingredient channels. Our portfolio includes trusted and iconic brands such as RAGÚ®, Bertolli®, Holland House®, Nakano®, and Mizkan®, enjoyed by consumers across North America.

Why Join Mizkan America?

At Mizkan, our success is built upon two core principles: continuously challenging the status quo and delivering only the finest products for our customers. Our culture encourages ownership, fresh thinking, collaboration, and continuous learning. We empower employees to share ideas, challenge conventional thinking, build new capabilities, and contribute to meaningful improvements across the organization. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals who value transparency, accountability, and delivering results while continually looking for better ways to work. No matter how you contribute, from operations and innovation to commercial teams and corporate functions, your work can make a meaningful impact. Together, we help trusted brands like RAGÚ®, Bertolli®, Holland House®, and Nakano® grow, evolve, and continue delivering for our customers.

Position Summary

The Supervisor, Food Safety will be responsible for the development and implementation of the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Program (HACCP) in the plant; controls, plans, directs and leads the HACCP and food safety program to ensure the integrity of the processes; compliance with international, federal, state and local regulations; supports experimental and R&D objectives and assures finished product meets exact standards for consumer safety.

Work Location & Schedule

Work Location: This position is based onsite at Mizkan America’s Owensboro, KY facility at 1901 Ragu Drive, Owensboro, KY 42303.
Shift: 1st, Monday through Friday
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Additional Schedule Requirements: Overtime / weekends / holidays / rotating shifts / on-call, as applicable.

What You'll Do

• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Mizkan America safety policies, OSHA regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and SOP (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Food Safety Team Lead
• Lead plant quality/food safety investigations as needed.
• Manage plant quality and process deviations for review and disposition with Quality Manager.
• Maintain and strengthen the facility’s HACCP program.
• Develop, provide and track HACCP and new hire Food Safety training for the facility
• Maintain and strengthen Food Safety Program.
• Develop and track Food Safety training for the facility.
• Manage plant food defense plan.
• Responsible for leading plant change management program.
• Develop and document Food Safety plan, policies and SOPs.
• Implementation of new processing techniques/technologies.
• Maintain filings with external process authorities.
• Participate in all internal audits.
• Participate in all external audits (FSSC, Organic, FDA, State and USDA if applicable).
• Manage the thermal process deviation review with designated Process Authorities.
• Supervise activities of Finished Product Auditors.
• Stay up to date with all new regulatory requirements and communicate changes to the plant.
• Understand all Quality specs, in-process checks, and finished product checks.
• Understand Statistical Process Control.
• Ability to perform Traceability and Annual Mock Recalls.
• Maintain laboratory supplies for Finished Product Auditors.
• Update Food Safety Forms/Control Charts
• Track and manage critical equipment calibrations as needed.
• Other job duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• BA/BS degree in a food science or related field or five years relevant work experience is required.
• Experience working a high-speed packaging or processing plant is preferred.
• 1-2 years Supervisory experience is preferred.
• FSPCA Course – Preventative Controls for Human Food is preferred.
• Knowledge of risk-based control programs at a regulated food manufacturing facility.
• Strong knowledge of computer systems including MS Office, WMS and ERP programs. Ability to learn new job-related software.
• Advanced mathematical skills required (counting accuracy, excel formulas, etc.).
• Excellent attention to details and accuracy required.
• Must be respectful and work well with all levels of personnel.
• Great work attitude, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work overtime on short notice basis. Long-term, temporary assignments to any shift may be required to maintain manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in high temperatures (hot or cold), working at heights and exposure to strong smells, dust, gases, fumes and chemical or require personal protective equipment.
• Ability to complete Thermal Processing School upon hire.
• Ability to complete Lead Auditor Training upon hire.
• Ability to complete HACCP Training/PCQI Training upon hire.

Leadership Expectations

• Directly supervises and develops team members through coaching, feedback, and performance management.
• Creates a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Leads the execution of food safety programs and ensures compliance with regulatory, customer, and company requirements.
• Partners cross-functionally to drive food safety performance and business results.
• Effectively manages priorities, resources, and team workload to meet organizational objectives.
• Develops talent and builds team capability to support current and future business needs.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and decisive leadership when addressing food safety risks and compliance concerns.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Must be able to see, sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, reach, bend, twist, ascend/descend. Ability to pull, push, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., 50+ lbs. with assistance.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 per year. This position is not eligible for overtime pay. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, market data, and geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Bonus Eligibility: This position is eligible to participate in Mizkan’s Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) a target bonus opportunity of 7%.
Benefits: Mizkan offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and company holidays, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with up to 4% company match, profit sharing, wellness programs, education assistance, and employee referral bonuses. Benefits eligibility and plan provisions are subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Mizkan America, Inc. is unable to provide or assume sponsorship for an employment visa now or in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility

Mizkan America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications and business needs. Mizkan America, Inc. does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender identify, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact onlineaccommodations@mizkan.com.

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