Description
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and committed Maquila Quality Manager to supervise and ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements in meat processing and packaging operations.
Key Highlights:
1. Leads the implementation of quality and food safety procedures.
2. Manages Non-Conforming Products and coordinates corrective actions.
3. Leads and trains the team of quality analysts.
At **Ultrafrío de Mérida**, a leading cold chain storage company, we are seeking a highly detail-oriented and committed **Maquila Quality Manager**. Your primary mission will be to supervise and ensure that all meat processing and packaging operations comply with food safety guidelines, national regulations, and the TIF system.
**Your key responsibilities:**
* Supervise the proper implementation of quality and food safety procedures in maquila activities.
* Validate sanitary documentation: certificates, AMTIFs, and label releases.
* Verify compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and daily sanitation programs.
* Manage Non-Conforming Products (NCP) and coordinate corrective actions in response to deviations.
* Participate in updating the HACCP manual and monitoring Critical Control Points (CCPs).
* Lead and train the team of quality analysts under your supervision.
**What we are looking for:**
* **Education:** Bachelor’s or Engineering degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Veterinary Medicine, or related field (degree required).
* **Experience:** Minimum 1–2 years in food quality and safety management, preferably in the meat industry or TIF-certified plants.
* **Technical knowledge:** Solid understanding of HACCP, GMP, traceability, SENASICA/COFEPRIS regulations, and AMTIF preparation.
* **Skills:** Technical decision-making, keen attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
**Working conditions:**
* **Schedule:** Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
* **Availability:** To cover emergencies or audits outside regular hours.
* **Location:** Main plant (perishable products operational area).
Salary: $14,000\.00 per month
Benefits:
* Free parking
* Free uniforms
Application questions:
* How many years of experience do you have specifically working under the TIF system and managing AMTIF notifications?
* Do you hold certification or verifiable experience in designing and updating HACCP plans for meat products?
* Have you previously supervised personnel? If so, how large was your team?
* Do you have any objection to working in low-temperature environments (refrigerated chambers) and rotating shifts if required by operations?
Workplace: On-site employment