FSQA Director

FSQA Director - Merced County, California
On-Site - Relocation Assistance Available
Ready to lead, influence, and make a visible impact?

This is more than a compliance role—it’s an opportunity to own food safety, shape culture, and partner directly with operations to drive real results in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

We’re looking for an FSQA leader who wants a seat at the table, thrives in a fast‑paced plant, and takes pride in building strong teams and systems that stick.

• Lead and elevate all food safety systems (HACCP, SSOPs)
• Ensure USDA/FSIS and GFSI compliance with confidence
• Act as the go‑to leader for FSIS relationships and audit success

• Work side‑by‑side with Production, Sanitation, and Maintenance
• Solve issues in real time and drive accountability across the floor

• Build, coach, and develop a high‑performing FSQA team
• Create a culture where food safety is owned at every level
• Turn data into action, identify trends, solve root causes, and implement lasting solutions

• Lead investigations, product disposition, and corrective actions
• Ensure consistent delivery of safe, high‑quality products

• 5+ years of FSQA leadership in food manufacturing
• Strong expertise in HACCP, SSOPs, and USDA/FSIS
• A leadership style that drives accountability and collaboration
• Sharp problem‑solving skills and sound decision‑making
• Ability to influence cross‑functional teams in a plant environment
• Bachelor’s degree (Food Science or related) preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
• Flexibility to support operations as needed

• High visibility + real influence across plant operations
• Autonomy to lead and improve systems
  —not just maintain them
• Relocation support to make the transition seamless

If you’re looking for a role where your leadership directly impacts product quality, team performance, and customer trust, this is it.