Quality Assurance Manager

Food Safety & Quality Manager (SQF Practitioner)LocationPlacentia, CASummaryHands-on leader to manage SQF programs, develop policies/procedures, and build + validate HACCP/Food Safety Plans. Must be able to run programs independently and support upcoming regulatory updates.Top 3 Must-HavesExperience creating & validating HACCP/Food Safety Plans (not just verification)Strong background developing policies, SOPs, and food safety programs3-5+ years in food manufacturing QA/food safety + SQF/GFSI environmentResponsibilitiesOwn SQF system; act as SQF PractitionerLead audits (SQF, regulatory, customer)Conduct GMP inspections; oversee sanitation & allergen controlsDevelop and implement SOPs and food safety programsLead regulatory updates and compliance reviewsInvestigate deviations, complaints, and CAPAsPartner with Production, R&D, and ProcurementRequirementsBachelor's in Food Science or related (or equivalent experience)SQF certification (or ability to obtain)Knowledge of FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, GFSI/SQFBilingal English/SpanishKeywords: Food Safety Manager, SQF Practitioner, HACCP, QA Manager, GMP, GFSI, Food Manufacturing

Created: 2026-05-10