Director, FSQA - Food Safety & Quality Leadership

Sysco; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FreshPoint is seeking a senior FSQA leader to develop and direct food safety and quality assurance programs across multiple facilities. You will oversee supplier approvals, product sourcing evaluation, plant sanitation, and FSQA regulatory interactions.

The role includes leading audits, training staff, managing recalls, and mentoring FSQA personnel to ensure compliance with FDA/CFIA-like standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Biological Science required.
• 5-10 years FSQA management experience in produce manufacturing or related settings.
• SQF Practitioner or equivalent GFSI experience required.
• HACCP certification or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead FSQA programs including HACCP, Sanitation SOPs, GMPs, and Supplier Program.
• Direct FSQA training, policies, and procedures for staff and operations.
• Oversee recall and traceability programs including mock recalls.
• Manage internal FSQA audits (SQF) and third-party inspections.
• Support product evaluations, plant visits, and supplier/customer communication.
• Assist in emergencies as directed by leadership.

Skills

FSQA Management

Regulatory Compliance

Audit Program

Training

Data analysis

Technical writing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science

High school diploma or equivalent

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

FreshPoint is seeking a senior FSQA leader to develop and direct food safety and quality assurance programs across multiple facilities. You will oversee supplier approvals, product sourcing evaluation, plant sanitation, and FSQA regulatory interactions.

The role includes leading audits, training staff, managing recalls, and mentoring FSQA personnel to ensure compliance with FDA/CFIA-like standards and company policies.