In-N-Out

Fast food chain serving made-to-order burgers

FSQA Beef Technical Services Manager

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Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of experience in meat operations or a beef-focused facility is required.
HACCP certification is required.
Knowledge of USDA-FSIS and regulatory affairs is required.
Working knowledge of beef regulatory affairs and beef-specific food safety principles and best practices is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
Proven relationship-building and leadership experience in a team setting is required.
Strong time management and prioritization skills are required.
Strong computer skills, including trending and statistical analysis, are required.
Demonstrated analytical, critical-thinking, deductive-reasoning, and problem-solving skills are required.
A valid driver's license and the ability to fly commercially are required.
The role requires the ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds and perform frequent physical activities including walking, reaching, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and working near moving mechanical parts.
The role requires the ability to work in cold conditions as low as 36 degrees Fahrenheit and occasional exposure to high, precarious places, constricted areas, outdoor weather, fumes, airborne particles, and wet humid conditions.

Responsibilities

Monitor food safety and regulatory compliance of beef manufacturing.
Oversee FSQA-related programs and provide vendor feedback on incoming raw materials.
Research and develop new packaging, products, equipment, and software related to food safety.
Visit supplier facilities regularly to inspect and review processes, procedures, and quality standards, and report and review findings.
Maintain current knowledge of food safety regulations, processes, and best practices and ensure compliance with company processes and procedures.
Provide timely communication to the FSQA Department Head and Director of Meat Operations regarding items that may impact overall meat operations.
Analyze and evaluate process controls to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Manage FSQA activities for beef manufacturing across food safety, quality assurance, laboratory operations, regulatory affairs, sanitation, and research and development.
Manage associated budgets, Associate development, and related program regulatory compliance.
Benchmark vendor performance and evaluate process controls.
Perform other job-related duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree or higher in animal science, microbiology, food science, statistics, sanitary equipment and facility design, or another closely related field is highly desirable. Extensive beef-specific experience may substitute for some education.

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!

We have an excellent opportunity for a full-time, FSQA Beef Technical Services Manager based in our Lancaster, TX food processing center. For highly qualified candidates, an alternate work location in Lathrop, CA or Chino, California may also be considered.

This person reports to the FSQA Department Head, serves as a subject matter expert, and has responsibility in all areas of FSQA for beef manufacturing throughout the company. This includes food safety, quality assurance, laboratory operations, regulatory affairs, sanitation, and research and development activities across three production facilities. This individual is responsible for associated budgets, Associate development, and related program regulatory compliance. This role also serves to benchmark vendor performance and evaluate process controls to identify means of continuous improvement. Skills required for this position include analytical and deductive reasoning, critical thinking, problem solving, team-oriented leadership, and excellent verbal and written communications.

General Responsibilities:

Monitor food safety and regulatory compliance of beef manufacturing.
Oversight of FSQA related programs and vendor feedback on incoming raw materials.
Research and development of new packaging, products, equipment, and software related to food safety.
Visit suppliers’ facilities/sites regularly to inspect and review processes, procedures, and quality standards, and report and review findings.
Maintain and keep current on food safety regulations, processes, and best practices and ensure compliance in the company’s processes and procedures.
Provide complete and timely communication to the FSQA Department Head and the Director of Meat Operations on any items that may impact the management of the overall meat operations group.
Analyze and evaluate process controls to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Perform other job-related duties as required.

Work Schedule + Benefits:

Full-time position, (Exempt)
Monday-Friday, typically 7AM-4PM, flexibility required
Weekends and nights as needed
Travel between production sites on a monthly basis (20%-50% Travel)
Excellent Benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans and Pet Insurance

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years experience in meat operations or beef-focused facility.
HACCP certification.
Knowledge of USDA-FSIS, and regulatory affairs is required.
A working knowledge of beef regulatory affairs and beef specific food safety principles and best practices.
A master’s degree or higher level education in animal science, microbiology, food science, statistics, sanitary equipment and facility design, or other closely related field is highly desirable. Extensive beef specific experience may substitute for some education.
Excellent verbal and written communications.
Proven relationship building and leadership experience in a team setting.
Strong time management and prioritization.
Strong computer skills, including trending and statistical analysis.
Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving.
A valid drivers license and ability to fly commercially are required.

Physical Demands/Requirement:

Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds
Occasionally exposed to working in high, precarious places; tight, constricted areas; outdoor weather conditions; fumes or airborne particles.
Position requires frequent lifting, walking, reaching, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, working near moving mechanical parts
Cold working conditions: Ability to withstand prolonged work assignments in temperatures as low as 36 degrees Fahrenheit
Frequently exposed to wet humid conditions (non-weather)

ABOUT In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Idaho, Washington, and Tennessee. In-N-Out Burger’s menu has remained the same since 1948. We have maintained a simple philosophy - serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made-to-order foods prepared and served by friendly, well trained Associates.

In-N-Out offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. Should there be a need, In-N-Out will provide reasonable accommodation to complete the interview process upon request.

About the Company

In-N-Out

Fast food chain serving made-to-order burgers

In-N-Out Burger operates a chain of fast-food restaurants focused on serving simple, high-quality, made-to-order burgers and fries. Their core product is a straightforward menu of patties, fresh ingredients, and classic combinations, prepared to order and served in clean surroundings by friendly staff. The company emphasizes consistent quality and hospitality, maintaining no menus changes since 1948 and keeping operations privately owned by the Snyder family. This focus sets them apart from many competitors who offer broader menus and corporate ownership. The goal is to deliver a consistently high-quality product in a clean, welcoming environment with attentive service.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Irvine, CA
Founded: 1948

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