FSQA Supervisor

Local Bounti is a leading controlled environment agriculture (CEA) company. Our mission is to bring our farm to your kitchen and deliver the freshest, locally grown produce in the fewest food miles possible.

Our mission is rooted in sustainability and in turn human welfare.

By growing local we help eliminate food waste and provide fresh, high-quality produce. Our sustainable greenhouse technology delivers ideal growing conditions for each of our crops, resulting in 90% less water consumption and 95% less land use than conventional agriculture,
no need for herbicides or pesticides
, and the lowest carbon footprint in the industry
.

We are committed to the growth and cultivation of our employee’s well-being
, so that our employees feel that they are in a career environment that enables them to thrive personally and professionally. We provide an educational and safe work environment and are dedicated to helping our employees grow within the company. We are proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to employees working over 30 hours a week.

Local Bounti employees are empowered, valued, and respected. They have a passion for their work and for Local Bounti’s success. This shared passion for achievement is the lifeblood of our company.

We are seeking a FSQA Supervisor to join our dynamic team at our California locations. The annual salary for this role will be within the range of $80,000 to $90,000
. In this role, you will be responsible for leading on-the-ground Food Safety and Quality Assurance operations across both Local Bounti California facilities. This role ensures all products meet company quality expectations and comply with federal, state, local, and customer food safety standards. The FSQA Supervisor will oversee daily FSQA activities, guide site teams, support regulatory and customer audits, and act as the primary on-stie liaison for all food safety and quality programs.

• Execute and maintain all site-level FSQA programs, including HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, environmental monitoring, pest control, allergen management, and sanitation verification.
• Ensure compliance with FDA FSMA cGMP, Produce Safety Rule, state of California regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure proactive identification and quick resolution of food safety issues.
• Support and lead site-level preparation for third party, regulatory, and customer audits.

• Oversee daily quality checks, product evaluations and data capture to ensure all finished goods meet Local Bounti specifications.
• Review and analyze quality data, trends, and deviations; recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Verify calibration and accuracy of quality testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot quality issues on the production floor and drive timely resolution.

• Provide daily guidance to site FSQA technicians and collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Maintenance, and Growing.
• Train employees on FSQA policies, procedures, and standards across both sites.
• Promote a strong food safety culture through coaching, accountability, and consistent communication.

• Maintain accurate and complete FSQA documentation, logs, records, and digital systems.
• Ensure timely completion and follow-up on non-conformances, CAPAs, and audit findings.
• Prepare and submit FSQA reports to the Regional FSQA Manager, highlighting key metrics, risks, and opportunities.

• Split time between both Local Bounti California facilities based on operational needs.
• Standardize best practice across both sites to ensure consistent execution of FSQA programs.
• Provide on-site support for new product trails, equipment validations, or operational changes impacting food safety or quality.

• Two plus years of experience in a food safety or quality role.
• Strong knowledge of FDA, FSMA, HAACP, GMPs, and food safety regulatory requirements.
• HACCP certification and/or PCQI certification
• Experience supporting third-party audits.
• Ability to train, coach, and lead teams in a fast-paced…