QA Manager

Lead Quality Excellence in a Growing Ready-to-Eat Foods Company!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Caitlyn HardyAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $95,000 - $125,000 per yearA bit about us:Be part of a company that"s been delivering trusted, ready-to-eat products for decades and help us continue raising the bar on quality. We"re seeking an experienced QA Manager to join our dynamic team at a well-established food production company based in Fullerton, CA. If you"re passionate about food safety, quality systems, and leading high-performing teams, this is your opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment.Why join us?Huge Opportunity for Growth401(k)BonusMedical, Dental, & Vision InsurancePTOSick PayLong Term and Short Term DisabilityCorporate wellness programEducational ScholarshipsJob DetailsKey Responsibilities:Lead all facility quality assurance and food safety operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards.Oversee and maintain the food safety plan, including validation of prerequisite programs (e.g., HACCP, PCQI, SQF).Enforce GMPs and food safety policies across the plant, supporting a strong culture of quality and accountability.Provide hands-on leadership to the QA/QC team, offering guidance on issue resolution and on-floor compliance.Investigate customer complaints, analyze trends, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions.Analyze quality data to drive continuous improvement and ensure product consistency.Lead mock recall exercises and participate in internal and external audits to ensure traceability and readiness.QualificationsA Bachelor"s degree in Food Science or a related field.At least 8 years of progressive experience in Quality Assurance, Food Safety, and Sanitation — with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within a facility of similar scale and complexity.Hands-on expertise in food safety programs, including PCQI, HACCP (certification a plus), GFSI schemes, and a strong background as an SQF Practitioner (3+ years preferred).Solid working knowledge of FDA regulations and FSMA compliance.Proven leadership skills with the ability to drive change, think strategically, and model best-in-class behaviors in quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.Strong command of statistical process control (SPC) tools for monitoring quality, identifying trends, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Created: 2025-04-29