Quality Assurance Manager

Our client is hiring a Food Manufacturing Quality Assurance Manager to join and lead our team and programs. You will partner closely with production, sanitation, maintenance, procurement, scheduling, and plant leadership as you drive program execution and support continuous improvement.We are looking for someone who can keep food safety tight, quality high, and operations running smoother than a perfectly tempered chocolate.We want to meet you if you have experience working in a food manufacturing environment with exposure to leadership or supervisory responsibilities and strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, allergen management, pasteurization, BRCGS/GFSI programs, and food safety regulations.This role is essential to plant operations and we are ready to meet you.What you'll actually do (aka how you'll make an impact):Take ownership of key food safety & quality programs"”driving them from "in progress" to fully implemented and optimizedMaintain documentation, ensure consistent execution, and follow through so nothing falls through the cracksMonitor production on the floor to ensure compliance with HACCP, GMPs, allergen control, sanitation, and customer requirementsOversee sampling, testing, and hold & release to ensure only compliant product shipsLead and support the team responsible for product disposition decisionsEnsure lab activities, calibration, supplies, pest control, and quality support programs are running smoothlyInvestigate non-conformances, complaints, and deviations"”identify root causes and help implement long-term fixesTrack quality performance, prepare reports, and communicate updates clearly to leadershipSupport audits and inspections by ensuring documentation and plant readiness at all timesCollaborate with operations, sanitation, maintenance, and other teams to keep programs aligned and moving forwardStep in as backup support for QA leadership when needed to maintain continuityWhat you bring:A background in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field"”or equivalent hands-on experienceExperience working in a food manufacturing environment with exposure to leadership or supervisory responsibilitiesStrong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, allergen management, pasteurization, BRCGS/GFSI programs, and food safety regulationsComfort working in a fast-paced plant environment and managing shifting prioritiesProficiency with Microsoft Office and quality/data management systemsAbility to navigate documentation, specifications, and production records with accuracy and attention to detailA structured, accountable, and solutions-focused approach to leading and supporting othersStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage timelines, priorities, and cross-functional coordinationA continuous improvement mindset with a focus on consistency and quality outcomesClear and professional communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to build strong working relationships across teams and levels within a plant environment

Created: 2026-05-09