Quality Assurance Manager

Position Overview

The QA Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of quality assurance and food safety programs within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, customer specifications, and internal standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across production operations.

• Lead, develop, and manage QA programs including HACCP, GMPs, SQF/FSMA compliance, and internal audit processes
• Implement, maintain, and enhance food safety initiatives and quality systems to meet regulatory and customer expectations
• Oversee product testing, sensory evaluations, labeling compliance, document control, SOPs, and COA review
• Partner cross-functionally with Production, Operations, R&D, and Supply Chain to ensure consistent quality outcomes
• Develop and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), non-conformance investigations, and root cause analysis
• Direct and coach QA team members including training, scheduling, and performance management
• Maintain certifications and lead customer, regulatory, and third‑party audits
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, standardization, and product consistency
• Communicate quality metrics, reporting, and trends to leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Quality Management, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of quality experience in the food, beverage, or ingredient manufacturing industry
• Prior leadership or management experience required
• Strong knowledge of GFSI schemes (SQF, BRC, etc.) and regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA)
• Experience with HACCP, CAPA, SPC, and audit processes
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

• Full benefits package with 60% coverage
• 6% 401(k) match
• 3 weeks of vacation + 1 week sick leave
• Opportunity for advancement and career development
• Fun work environment with collaborative culture

$90,000 - $130,000 a year