Director of Quality Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Director of Quality Alpine Fresh, Inc – 3.6 Doral, FL Job Details Full-time $104,606 – $113,230 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Bilingual Spanish Control charts Power BI Microsoft Excel Passport requirements compliance Corrective action quality audits Supplier management 5 years Produce Data analysis skills Compliance audits & assessments Process improvement English Quality management Microsoft Office Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Quality improvement Product audits Manual testing tools Agriculture Manufacturing Senior level Post-harvest management Leadership Full Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

: The Director of Quality Assurance will lead and manage quality programs for fresh berries, vegetables, and fresh-cut produce. This role demands a data-driven approach, with a focus on monitoring KPIs, managing suppliers both domestically and internationally, and ensuring compliance with customer expectations and regulatory standards. The Director will oversee the development and execution of continuous improvement initiatives and robust quality management systems, ensuring that all products consistently meet or exceed internal standards. This position will report to the President of the Company.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Quality Systems & Program Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) for all product categories (berries, vegetables, fresh cut).
• Create and update product specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Oversee shelf-life testing and validate product performance throughout distribution and retail environments.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality deviations and customer complaints. 2. Data Analysis & KPI Management
• Develop and maintain quality metrics and KPIs across all product categories.
• Analyze quality performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Generate regular reports and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on data insights. 3. Supplier & Grower Oversight
• Conduct domestic and international supplier, grower, and co-packer visits to assess and monitor quality practices and product compliance.
• Partner with Procurement and Operations to onboard new suppliers and maintain strong relationships with current ones.
• Collaborate with growers and suppliers to implement quality improvement programs. 4. Team Leadership & Development
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quality Managers, Coordinators, and Technicians across multiple locations.
• Establish clear goals, training programs, and professional development plans for the quality team.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATION/FORMAL TRAINING

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Chemist or related discipline preferred. Valid Driver’s License. Produce Post harvest certificate. USDA grading standards training

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Minimum of 5-8 years of quality leadership experience in fresh produce or perishable food manufacturing. Bilingual in English & Spanish is necessary. Proven experience in data analysis, KPI development, and process improvement. Experience with domestic and international supplier management. Strong understanding of fresh produce shelf life, post-harvest physiology, and fresh-cut processing. Excellent team building skills to build high morale and group commitment to goals and objectives with focus on results-oriented leadership. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 35%) Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel (advanced), Power BI or similar data visualization tools. No recruiters. Alpine Fresh does not tolerate discrimination of any type, and offers equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other considerations made unlawful by Federal, State or local laws. We believe in providing eligible and qualified employees with opportunities to advance. Alpine Fresh is an at-will employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$104,606.00 – $113,230.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person