Sr. Manager–Food Safety Science - (Human Grade Pet Food)

OSI
Aurora, IL
Job Description
Role Overview

The Food Safety Science Senior Manager is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and oversight of food safety, microbiological, chemical and quality assurance systems across the organization. This role applies advanced scientific principles—including animal nutritional requirements, risk assessment, and data analysis—to protect both public and animal health while ensuring regulatory compliance.

What You Will Do

Design, implement, and manage comprehensive food safety programs specific to human grade pet food. Integrate predictive tools to conduct scientific risk assessments using quantitative and qualitative methods for the evaluation of nutritional hazards in ingredients, processes, and finished products.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in human grade pet food regulation, nutritional requirements and manufacturing processes that lead to a strong understanding of chemical and biological hazards associated with this product type.

Requirements

  • 5-10 years of experience in related field
  • 3 - 5 years of progressive experience in pet food manufacturing, nutritional analysis, and regulatory compliance
  • HACCP Certification (Advanced preferred)
  • FSMA PCQI Certified Training in Animal Food

Benefits

  • bonuses
  • special pay programs
  • comprehensive time off
  • 401k with match
  • full suite of benefit offerings
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