Food safety Quality Assurance Manager

ACE Partners; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager to oversee critical processes in food manufacturing. This role involves managing compliance with HACCP and GMP standards, leading audits, and fostering a culture of safety. You will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement and ensuring product quality while managing a dedicated team. If you have a passion for food safety and quality assurance and want to make a significant impact in a family-owned company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role within the food industry.
• Strong knowledge and experience with HACCP and GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the implementation of the HACCP Plan and ensure compliance with GMP standards.
• Oversee the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Department, including training programs.

Skills

HACCP

GMP Compliance

Quality Assurance

Food Safety Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology

Master’s degree in Food Technology

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

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Quality Engineering & ManufacturingUnited States

Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager - $100k - $115k

Rutherford, NJ

US Citizens and Green card holders only

No C2C

My client, a family-owned fourth generation Food Manufacturing company are looking for a Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager.

You will be overseeing a wide range of processes, products, and team members across two production shifts, while managing relationships with regulatory bodies and third-party sanitation services.

Responsibilities

Food Safety / Regulatory

• Manage the implementation of the HACCP Plan, including associated documents and reassessments.
• Maintain records in accordance with policy and HACCP program requirements.
• Conduct facility GMP inspections and ensure compliance with GMP standards.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and established policies, including HACCP, GMPs, SSOP, CAPA, and product hold/release procedures.
• Oversee training programs for GMPs, HACCP, and Food Defense/Food Fraud.
• Address non-compliance reports issued by regulatory authorities.
• Manage the third-party sanitation program for the facility.

Quality / Customer Service

• Lead third-party audits (e.g., SQF or customer-specific) and customer tours, including corrective action plans (CAPAs).
• Drive continuous improvement in products, processes, procedures, and reliability.
• Maintain data on customer requirements, quality specifications, and reporting obligations.
• Manage the quality training program.
• Ensure specification compliance for raw materials and finished products.
• Oversee the implementation of quality programs.
• Support product development and special projects related to product development.
• Respond to customer complaints with CAPAs and correspondence as needed.
• Establish shelf life for raw materials and finished products.

Other

• Foster a culture of safety within the organization.
• Manage the Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) Department, including technicians, sanitation staff, and supervisors (both exempt and non-exempt labor).
• Ensure the department meets budgetary goals.
• Perform additional tasks and projects as assigned.
• Experience in red meat processing is essential.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Food Process Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role within the food industry.
• Strong knowledge and experience with HACCP.
• Familiarity with SQF and/or BRC standards.
• Ability to think independently and take ownership of decisions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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