Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager

Jobot; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% annual bonus

Generous PTO

Substantial growth

Job summary

Jobot is hiring a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager in Atlanta, GA to lead QA programs, ensure USDA/FDA compliance, and drive continuous improvement. The role oversees lab operations and sanitation under a direct-hire arrangement with a 15% bonus and strong growth potential.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree and 5+ years QA experience, including 2+ years in supervision, with SQF/GFSI knowledge and FSMA familiarity. Join a growing team in the food & beverage sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years QA experience with 2+ years in supervisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of USDA, FDA, and FSMA requirements.
• SQF Practitioner and/or GFSI certification preferred.
• Familiarity with GMP and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant laboratory operations, including supplies and equipment.
• Oversee third-party sanitation companies.
• Ensure product safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to FSMA.
• Drive continuous improvement in product quality and process optimization.
• Lead coaching, education, and training for management and plant employees in QA.
• Develop and maintain HACCP, FDA, and USDA programs.
• Ensure compliance with SQF/BRC audit requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally as a change agent.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Supervisory experience

Regulatory knowledge (USDA/FDA)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQF Practitioner

GFSI familiarity

HACCP programs

FDA/USDA compliance familiarity

Job description

Direct Hire - 15% bonus

Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us

An established company in the food & beverage industry is looking to add a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager to their team!

Why join us

The Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager ensures food safety and quality compliance with regulatory and company standards. This role oversees food safety and quality programs, communicates quality results, and transfers QA knowledge to the workforce.

Opportunity to transform the quality department and "own it"

• Competitive compensation
• 15% yearly bonus
• Generous PTO
• Substantial growth

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Manage plant laboratory operations, including supplies and equipment.
• Oversee third-party sanitation companies.
• Ensure product safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to the Food Safety Modernization Act.
• Drive continuous improvement in product quality and process optimization.
• Lead coaching, education, and training for management and plant employees in Quality Assurance.
• Develop and maintain HACCP, FDA, and USDA programs.
• Ensure compliance with SQF/BRC audit requirements.
• Supervise chemical, bacteriological, sensory, and utilization tests on raw materials and finished goods.
• Collaborate cross-functionally as a change agent.

Job Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required.
• 5 years of QA experience and 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of USDA and FDA.
• Knowledge of the Food Safety Modernization Act.
• SQF Practitioner and/or GFSI certified.
• Process Control Qualified Individual.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Working knowledge of sanitation systems and clean-in-place techniques.

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, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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.