Quality Assurance Manager

The Quality Assurance Manager leads all food safety, quality, and regulatory programs for the facility. This role ensures compliance with FDA/USDA regulations, SQF/BRC standards, and internal quality expectations while partnering with Production, Sanitation, and Maintenance to maintain a strong quality culture.

• Manage HACCP, HARPC, GMPs, allergen control, sanitation, and traceability programs.
• Oversee daily QA activities including in‑process checks, finished product testing, and environmental monitoring.
• Lead audit readiness and certification efforts (SQF/BRC).
• Investigate non‑conformances and customer complaints; implement CAPA.
• Supervise and develop QA technicians and specialists.
• Maintain regulatory documentation and support FDA/USDA and customer audits.
• Approve product specs, labels, and process changes for compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of QA experience in food or beverage manufacturing; leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, FSMA, GMPs, and SQF/BRC.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional leadership skills.

• SQF Practitioner or PCQI certification.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma or continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with ERP or quality systems.