Quality Assurance Manager

Decko Products LLC is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager to lead, develop, and maintain our food safety and quality systems. This role ensures compliance with regulatory, customer, and certification requirements while fostering a strong food safety culture across our facility. The FSQA Manager will oversee FSMA Preventive Controls, SQF/GFSI programs, and internal quality systems, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Food Safety Plan and prerequisite programs in compliance with FSMA and FDA regulations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA if applicable, state, and local).
• Maintain SQF, Organic, Gluten-Free, and RSPO certification standards, including audit readiness and corrective actions.
• Oversee document control, record retention, and product traceability systems.
• Manage finished product, in-process, and environmental monitoring programs.
• Approve product dispositions, deviations, and risk assessments.
• Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Support customer quality audits, documentation requests, and compliance requirements.
• Lead, coach, and develop FSQA and sanitation teams.
• Conduct food safety and quality training for all employees.
• Promote a strong food safety culture throughout the organization.
• Establish and track KPIs for food safety, quality, and compliance.
• Lead root cause analysis, CAPAs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support new production lines, product launches, and process changes with risk assessments and validations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in food safety and quality within a food manufacturing environment.
• Certified Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) through an FSPCA-recognized course.

Desired Qualifications

• SQF Practitioner or Lead Auditor Certification.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations (21 CFR 117).
• Experience leading regulatory and SQF/GFSI audits.
• Familiarity with organic, gluten-free, and RSPO certification standards.
• Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across teams and senior leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management systems.

Physical Requirements

• Extended periods of walking and standing (up to 8–12 hours/day).
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and noise levels typical of a manufacturing environment.
• Wear required PPE for long periods (hair/beard nets, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, lab coats, hearing protection).

Benefits and PTO

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, including employer-paid health insurance, a matched 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off to promote a healthy work–life balance.

About Decko Products LLC

Decko Products LLC is a food manufacturing company based in Sandusky, Ohio, specializing in edible cake decorations, icings, gels, and dessert toppings. The company operates an FDA-inspected facility providing manufacturing and contract packaging services for retail and commercial bakery markets. Decko Products is known for its quality standards, teamwork-driven culture, and long-standing presence in the local community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Decko Products is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.