Food Quality & Safety Lead — QA Supervisor

RIM Recruitment Professionals; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

RIM Recruitment Professionals seeks a Quality Assurance professional in New Haven, CT to maintain and improve food safety and quality programs, including SQF and HACCP. You will support daily QA activities, audits, and documentation to ensure compliance and product safety.

The role collaborates with production and management, reviews records, monitors processes, and drives continuous improvement. Candidates should have 5+ years in QA or Food Safety, certifications like SQF/HACCP, and strong

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Quality Assurance or Food Safety in the food industry.
• SQF and HACCP certifications are required.
• PCQI certification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, sanitation procedures, and audit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support SQF/HACCP programs.
• Coordinate daily quality assurance activities and sanitation operations.
• Assist with internal and external audits, documentation, corrective actions, and follow-up activities.
• Review and maintain production records, quality documentation, and related reports.
• Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with established quality standards and food safety requirements.
• Maintain documentation related to product specifications, supplier approvals, certifications, and regulatory compliance.
• Support the implementation of food safety procedures, sanitation practices, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production and management teams to address quality concerns and maintain operational standards.
• Ensure accurate recordkeeping and readiness for customer, regulatory, and third-party audits.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Quality systems

Audit readiness

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

SQF & HACCP certifications

PCQI certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quality documentation systems

Job description

RIM Recruitment Professionals seeks a Quality Assurance professional in New Haven, CT to maintain and improve food safety and quality programs, including SQF and HACCP. You will support daily QA activities, audits, and documentation to ensure compliance and product safety.

The role collaborates with production and management, reviews records, monitors processes, and drives continuous improvement. Candidates should have 5+ years in QA or Food Safety, certifications like SQF/HACCP, and strong