Job Details

HiFyve 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

HiFyve 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

If you are interested, please apply!