Food Quality Control Lead - GMP & Compliance

Gellert Global Group; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Gellert Global Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Food Quality Control Supervisor to lead QC operations at our food manufacturing facility. You will oversee testing, COA review, hold-and-release procedures, and ensure compliance with HACCP, GMPs, and regulatory audits while coaching QC technicians and collaborating with production teams.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Microbiology, 3–5 years of related experience, and proven supervisory ability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in food manufacturing or quality control.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety regulations.
• Experience with FDA and USDA inspections.
• Familiarity with SQF, BRC, or other GFSI standards preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make sound decisions.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily quality control operations on the production floor.
• Ensure raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods meet specifications.
• Monitor compliance with HACCP, GMPs, EMPs and company food safety programs.
• Review and verify production and quality records for accuracy and completeness.
• Train, schedule, and supervise QC technicians.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback.
• Ensure team follows proper sampling, testing, and documentation procedures.
• Oversee product sampling and testing (microbiological, chemical, and physical as required).
• Review COAs and approve materials for use.
• Ensure proper implementation of hold-and-release procedures.
• Investigate out-of-specification results and implement corrective actions.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
• Maintain documentation required for FDA, USDA (if applicable), and third-party audits.
• Ensure compliance with SQF, BRC, or other applicable certification standards.
• Oversee environmental monitoring programs.
• Verify sanitation effectiveness through inspections and testing.
• Report and address any food safety risks promptly.
• Identify trends in quality data and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to reduce defects and waste.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action processes.

Skills

HACCP

GMPs

Food safety regs

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

QA documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Microbiology

Job description

Gellert Global Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Food Quality Control Supervisor to lead QC operations at our food manufacturing facility. You will oversee testing, COA review, hold-and-release procedures, and ensure compliance with HACCP, GMPs, and regulatory audits while coaching QC technicians and collaborating with production teams.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Microbiology, 3–5 years of related experience, and proven supervisory ability.