Food Safety & Quality Assurance Supervisor

Salad and Go; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Safety Quality Assurance Supervisor to join their Production and Distribution Centers. In this pivotal role, you will implement and execute Food Safety programs, conduct audits, and develop corrective action plans. You will lead a team, ensuring compliance with quality control procedures and maintaining the highest standards of food safety. This position offers the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will directly impact the quality and safety of food products. If you are passionate about food safety and quality assurance, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Quality Assurance, preferably in food processing.
• Strong leadership and communication skills in a dynamic environment.
• Food Safety or Environmental Safety Qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage FSQA technician schedules and perform audits.
• Develop SOPs and maintain records in QMS files.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, and USDA regulations.

Skills

Leadership in Quality Assurance

Food Safety Management Systems

Sanitation Practices

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environments

Food Safety Qualification

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

Redzone Software

Statistical Process Control

Tableau

Job description

Job Description:

The Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) Supervisor is an integral part of the Salad and Go Production and Distribution Centers. As the FSQA Supervisor, you will assist the FSQA Management in implementing and executing Food Safety programs. In this role, you will perform Food Safety audits while developing corrective action plans based on audit findings. The QA Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day operations of the QMS (Quality Management Systems) and lead the team in record keeping and organization, maintaining robust documentation guidelines and support evidence for each control step and process.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage schedules for FSQA technicians.
2. Perform weekly/monthly audits of food safety at the facility and develop corrective actions, including following up with different departments to verify work completion.
3. Develop SOPs and training programs based on SOPs.
4. Maintain inventories of Food Safety and Quality Management items.
5. Develop weekly reports on KPIs of Food Safety, Safety, and training.
6. Develop and evaluate process audits and checklists in Redzone Software.
7. Maintain records in QMS files.
8. Manage schedules for annual, semi-annual, monthly verifications/validations.
9. Review process records and evaluate the work of FSQA technicians.
10. Maintain cleanliness in compliance with quality control procedures, OSHA, FDA, and USDA regulations to ensure the highest standards of food safety.
11. Properly wear and maintain all required PPE, including gloves, hairnets, face masks, and other safety gear, as mandated by OSHA and company policies.
12. Adapt to changing production demands and meet daily performance goals.
13. Work independently and as part of a team in a structured production environment.

Requirements:

1. 3+ years of experience in a Quality Assurance role, preferably in the food processing industry.
2. Ability to lead and guide plant teams, demonstrating leadership in product evaluation, consumer complaints, documentation, reporting, Quality systems, HACCP, GFSI, FSMA, Environmental, Inventory, and related programs.
3. Strong understanding of sanitation practices and verification effectiveness.
4. Excellent time management skills and ability to handle multiple responsibilities.
5. Critical thinker and self-starter.
6. Good written and verbal communication skills.
7. English/Spanish speaking preferred.
8. Enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
9. Food Safety or Environmental Safety Qualification.
10. Ability to travel up to 25% as required.
11. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook).
12. Lead with compassion and integrity.
13. Ability to work efficiently at a fast pace, maintaining accuracy and consistency.
14. Perform duties in refrigerated conditions (35-40°F) for extended periods.
15. Follow all safety guidelines, GMPs, and OSHA regulations.
16. Ability to lift, carry, push, and move up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
17. Remain on feet for most of the shift, performing repetitive motions as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. Experience with Statistical Process Control in food manufacturing.
3. Familiarity with BRC, FSMA, HACCP, HARPC, SQF, FDA, USDA standards.
4. Experience in Produce and RTE Food manufacturing environments.
5. Extensive knowledge of computer systems, Excel, macros, pivots, Access, Tableau, and related applications.
6. Deep understanding of microbiology/chemistry of food products.

Salad and Go is committed to providing reasonable accommodations under the ADA for applicants and employees with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.