What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality and Technical Services Director position at PMCO?
PMCO is hiring a Director of Quality and Technical Services in the Food & Beverage industry in Joplin, MO!
Salary: $120K–$200K 20% bonus eligibility
Shift: Monday–Friday, on-call 24/7/365
Location: Joplin, MO
Benefits: Full benefits package relocation assistance
Position Summary
PMCO is seeking a senior-level Quality Director to lead quality and food safety programs at a large-scale aseptic and ESL dairy processing facility. This role provides technical oversight for high-volume operations, supports product innovation, ensures regulatory compliance, and fosters a proactive quality culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide site leadership for food safety, quality systems, and technical services
- Guide teams across aseptic, ESL, and dairy-based product lines including plant-based alternatives
- Oversee internal and external audits, including regulatory and customer inspections
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product launches and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and customer regulations and requirements
- Lead training and development efforts in quality, sanitation, and food safety practices
- Serve as a subject matter expert for risk mitigation, regulatory trends, and technical troubleshooting
- Coordinate with other quality leaders across facilities, including participation in multi-plant projects
- Represent the site in customer visits, technical calls, and escalation resolution
- Maintain and improve systems for documentation, traceability, and data analysis
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biological Sciences, Microbiology, or related field required
- Master’s degree in Food Science or Microbiology preferred
Skills and Experience
- 10 years of FSQ experience in food and beverage manufacturing (dairy preferred)
- 2 years of leadership experience in a food safety or quality capacity
- Strong knowledge of aseptic processing, ESL, and high-protein formulation environments
- Experience with centralized FSQ leadership and/or multi-plant operations
- Proficiency in regulatory compliance, risk management, commercialization, and audit readiness
- Certifications preferred: PCQI, HACCP, SQF Practitioner (or ability to obtain)
- Demonstrated success working cross-functionally with Operations, R&D, and external partners
- Willingness to travel periodically for quality events, audits, and training initiatives
Interested? Apply now!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- On call
Work Location: In person
Salary : $120,000 - $200,000
