Food Safety & Quality Assurance Supervisor

Overview

At Three Dog Bakery® our mission is to help pet parents unleash their unconditional love for their dog with deliciously irresistible dog treats. Three Dog Bakery® has continued this mission by making "humanized" dog treats worthy of the word "treat," crafted with love and real ingredients. Find our dog treats, such as Lick'n Crunch!®, Assort"Mutt"® Trio and Bark'n Crunch! Chicken Chips in the treat aisles of pet stores, grocery markets, mass retailers and select online retailers in the United States and Canada.

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POSITION SUMM

As the Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Supervisor
, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality across our operations. Reporting to the FSQA Director, you will lead the FSQA Technician team and collaborate with cross-functional departments, including Production, Sanitation, and Procurement, to uphold compliance, drive continuous improvement, and reinforce a strong culture of quality and food safety.

PRIMARY TASKS AND DUTIES

• Serve as the Site Food Safety and Quality Culture Champion, promoting best practices and ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Lead and mentor the FSQA Technician team, overseeing daily responsibilities, training, and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP programs, managing documentation, monitoring activities, and leading corrective actions.
• Oversee the Cleaning and Sanitation Program, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate data reporting.
• Maintain and manage BRC certification, including document updates, internal audits, and certification audit preparation.
• Conduct routine inspections, monitoring activities, and validation of processes to ensure food safety and quality compliance.
• Implement and maintain 5S/VW systems to enhance organization and operational efficiency.
• Lead investigations for product non-conformances, ensuring proper escalation and resolution in alignment with company policies.
• Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, and Logistics to address quality-related issues and drive process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, promoting a safe and structured work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance FSQA processes and uphold Three Dog Brands' commitment to excellence.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• 2-3 years of leadership experience, managing direct reports in a quality or food safety role.
• Experience with environmental sanitation/monitoring, pre-op inspections, USDA/FDA requirements
• Strong knowledge of GFSI standards and auditing experience preferred.
• Direct experience in managing programs, people, and operating in a fast pace environment.
• Proven time management and project management skills.
• Proven ability to foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Physical ability to perform tasks that may require lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, and standing for extended periods.

Preferred or Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Nutrition, or a related field OR
• 3-5 years of FSQA experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing GFSI standards.
• HACCP or PCQI certification.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Burmese.

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven leader to make a significant impact on food safety and quality within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits: Three Dog Bakery offers a comprehensive, and competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, and more.

OMNI and our clients are Equal Opportunity Employers.