FSQA Director

Jobot; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus

Profit Sharing

Full Benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

Job summary

A stable food processing organization located in Waterloo is seeking an FSQA Director. This role involves managing daily quality assurance operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and leading teams. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in food quality assurance, with an emphasis on USDA regulations and customer communication skills. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, enhancing a robust organizational culture focused on quality excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in food quality assurance, with leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in poultry, meat, or protein-based manufacturing is essential.
• Proven background in USDA-regulated food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers regarding quality issues.
• Manage daily FSQA operations in a food manufacturing facility.
• Oversee compliance with food safety programs and quality systems.
• Lead internal audits and manage customer interactions.

Skills

Food quality assurance experience

Leadership experience

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology or related field

Job description

Overview

FSQA Director Opportunity. This Jobot Job is hosted by Stanton Sikorski. Salary $100,000 - $180,000 per year.

A Bit About Us: We are a stable food processing organization committed to producing safe, high-quality products while investing heavily in our people. We operate large-scale prepared foods facilities and believe strongly in continuous improvement and food safety excellence at every level of the operation.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary up to $180k (DOE) + Bonus + Profit Sharing
• Full Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with Match, PTO
• Impact our processes and customer interaction

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers
• Manage daily FSQA operations within a prepared foods manufacturing facility
• Oversee food safety programs, quality systems, and sanitation compliance
• Ensure adherence to HACCP, HARPC, GMP, SOP, and SSOP requirements
• Monitor and verify compliance with USDA and FDA regulations
• Oversee finished product quality, labeling accuracy, and customer specifications
• Lead internal, regulatory, and customer audits from preparation through completion
• Manage customer interactions including plant tours, audits, and product demonstrations
• Lead, train, and develop FSQA supervisors and technicians
• Manage departmental budgets, turnover, and safety initiatives
• Act as the primary plant liaison to USDA representatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field preferred but not required
• 7+ years of experience in food quality assurance, including some leadership experience
• Experience in poultry, meat, or protein-based manufacturing
• Proven background in USDA-regulated food manufacturing
• Experience communicating with customers

Preferred

• HACCP certification; PCQI and SQF Practitioner credentials a plus
• Demonstrated success leading external audits and third-party inspections (e.g., SQF, BRC)

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