Food Safety and Quality Manager

Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager

A well-known Food Manufacturer is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager to lead all food safety, quality, and regulatory programs at a high-volume manufacturing facility. This is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a strong food safety culture across the site.

• Ensure full compliance with internal standards and all local, state, federal, and international food safety regulations
• Oversee finished product quality and positive release programs
• Lead the design, implementation, and execution of food safety and quality systems
  , including HARPC, supplier quality, inspections, and food protection programs
• Serve as the site's Food Safety Team Leader
  , driving training initiatives and strengthening food safety culture
• Manage sanitation, allergen control, environmental monitoring, and pest control programs
• Maintain readiness for and lead third-party audits and certifications (e.g., GFSI, FDA, Kosher, Halal)
• Oversee traceability and recall programs
  , including mock recall exercises
• Investigate customer complaints and regulatory inquiries and provide timely responses
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Provide technical leadership on food safety, quality, food defense, and regulatory matters

• 2-4+ years of experience in food safety/quality leadership within manufacturing
• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or related field (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of HARPC, FSMA, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Certifications preferred:
  PCQI and Food Defense Coordinator
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills