FSQ Quality Assurance Lead (4am–1pm)

HP Hood LLC; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

HP Hood LLC is seeking a Quality Assurance supervisor to plan, coordinate, and direct QA programs ensuring product quality aligns with established standards and goals. The role emphasizes coaching and accountability, with cross-department communication to drive results.

The ideal candidate will supervise QA staff, maintain testing and sanitation records, and ensure regulatory compliance, including agency inspections and OSHA safety practices. This is an on-site role in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related science plus 3-5 years related experience and/or training.
• Prefer 1-2 years of supervisory experience.
• PCQI certification or attainment within 12 months of hiring.
• Working knowledge of microbiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain Quality standards and procedures for production.
• Make certain GMP’s and acceptable production standards are being followed and adhered to.
• Intervene when appropriate to correct and realign product and/or procedures to maintain quality standards.
• Oversee Sanitation of facility to meet Regulatory and Corporate requirements.
• Act as liaison and contact person for Regulatory agencies involved in plant inspections.
• Responsible for maintaining a current awareness of Regulatory issues, and the implementation of compliance requirements.
• Maintain positive communications and relationships with employees and management to communicate Quality standards.
• Lead personnel maintaining accurate records of all product testing and sanitation records.
• File Regulatory reports as needed regarding Milk testing and record keeping.
• Monitor labor costs to maintain acceptable variance.
• Oversee product returns, determining proper disposal of product and maintain records.
• Maintain awareness of OSHA requirements and safety implementations.

Skills

Quality assurance

GMP compliance

MS Office

Regulatory liaison

Supervisory leadership

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HP Hood LLC is seeking a Quality Assurance supervisor to plan, coordinate, and direct QA programs ensuring product quality aligns with established standards and goals. The role emphasizes coaching and accountability, with cross-department communication to drive results.

The ideal candidate will supervise QA staff, maintain testing and sanitation records, and ensure regulatory compliance, including agency inspections and OSHA safety practices. This is an on-site role in the U.S.