Food Safety & Quality Supervisor

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 65,700 - 90,310; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Career development

Job summary

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Supervisor to monitor FSQA processes, manage process control and quality checks, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

You will lead Quality teams, train staff, coordinate audits, and implement corrective actions in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, 5+ years in quality systems, and the ability to support a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of food/beverage quality systems experience.
• Ability to support a 24/7 operation.
• Ability to influence others in daily interactions.
• Strong interpersonal skills for dealing with employees at all levels.
• Appropriate business management acumen.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitors process control, raw and packaging materials, quality checks, and GMP compliance.
• Analyzes and evaluates quality reports and trends, developing corrective actions.
• Provides training and coaching to Quality Technicians and employees.
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives to maximize operating efficiencies.
• Interacts with USDA, FDA, and State DoA and coordinates internal audit requirements.
• Responsible for creating and managing assigned budgets.
• Performs other projects or duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Quality systems

Leadership

Training & coaching

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

Ocean Spray is hiring for a Food Safety & Quality Supervisor! We are a farmer‑owned cooperative where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. The Food Safety & Quality Supervisor will be responsible for monitoring plant FSQA processes, managing process control and quality checks, evaluating quality reports, implementing corrective measures, leading Quality teams with training, coaching, managing project budgets, coordinating audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

A Day in the Life

• Monitors process control, raw and packaging materials, quality checks, and GMP compliance.
• Analyzes and evaluates various quality reports and trends, developing corrective actions and proactive plans.
• Provides training and coaching to assigned Quality Technicians and employees as required.
• Provides leadership in a continuous improvement environment to maximize operating efficiencies while adhering to all quality standards.
• Interacts with outside governmental agencies—USDA, FDA, and State Department of Agriculture—and coordinates internal audit requirements.
• Responsible for creating and managing assigned budgets.
• Performs other miscellaneous projects or duties as assigned.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of food/beverage quality systems experience.
• Ability to support a 24/7 operation.
• Ability to influence others in daily interactions.
• Strong interpersonal skills for dealing with employees at all levels.
• Appropriate business management acumen.
• Effective problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communications skills.

Annual Salary: $65,700 – $90,310

The base salary range above is a guideline of the position’s typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer, including skills, experience, benchmarks, and company considerations. Some positions may be eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well‑being.

Benefits

• Complete insurance package on Day‑1 including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, accident, employee assistance, telehealth, 1:1 health coaching, and supportive benefits for all life stages.
• 401(k) with up to 6% company matching and possible discretionary year‑end match.
• Short‑Term Incentive/Performance bonuses.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Vacation pay up to three weeks (pro‑rated in first year).
• Holiday pay for 12 holidays.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Tuition/education assistance.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Scholarship programs for children of employees.
• Parental leave.
• Bright Horizons Family Solutions – backup care, tutoring, etc.
• Adoption assistance.
• Bereavement leave.
• Up to $300 fitness reimbursement.
• Up to $300 massage reimbursement.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Employee discounts.
• Charitable giving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

For MA Applicants – It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.