FSQA II Manager

FSQA Manager II – Alabama - Relocation Assistance Available

The FSQA Manager II leads all food safety and quality assurance programs at the plant level, ensuring compliance with company standards, customer requirements, and USDA-FSIS regulations. This role partners closely with Operations to drive product safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, while overseeing FSQA staff and maintaining authority for product disposition decisions.

• Lead implementation and oversight of FSQA programs, including HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, environmental monitoring, allergen control, and pest control
• Ensure compliance with USDA-FSIS, GFSI, and internal audit standards; manage regulatory relationships and inspections
• Make final decisions on product holds, releases, and dispositions
• Lead root cause investigations for pathogen findings, quality issues, and customer complaints; implement corrective actions
• Develop, coach, and manage FSQA team members; foster a strong food safety culture through training and cross-functional collaboration
• Monitor FSQA KPIs, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with Operations and Corporate teams to address non-compliance and improve plant performance

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of food manufacturing experience with FSQA leadership responsibility
• Experience in Ready-To-Eat (RTE) environments with strong knowledge of HACCP and FDA /
  USDA regulations
• Proven leadership experience managing salaried and hourly teams
• Strong knowledge of USDA/FSIS requirements and food safety systems
• Demonstrated problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills

• Advanced degree
• Experience with SAP or enterprise systems
• Background in Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Ability to work in hot/cold environments, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and travel as needed