FSQA Leader for New Thermal Processing Facility

The Institute of Food Technologists; Quincy (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lipman Family Farms is seeking a detail-oriented FSQA Manager to lead the food safety and quality assurance functions at a new thermal processing facility. You will establish policies, direct audits, and drive continuous improvement to meet customer, regulatory, and company standards.

You will educate and motivate staff to embed food safety into daily operations, ensure product safety and quality, and collaborate with National FSQA and production teams to resolve issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science, Public Health, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years in food safety auditing, QA, or supervisory roles in food manufacturing or fresh produce.
• Experience in Thermal processing (kettle cooking, aseptic) preferred.
• Strong understanding of GFSI standards (SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000) and FDA FSMA.
• Experience with sanitation practices (CIP, COP) and environmental monitoring programs.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to train facility staff.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage FSQA KPI’s to raise visibility of progress with leadership and National FSQA.
• Develop, document, and implement FSQA procedures for all products.
• Identify risks and non-conformities and develop corrective action plans with leadership.
• Provide leadership and participate in facility projects to address FSQA concerns early.
• Coordinate with National FSQA, plant management, and sales to flag FSQA concerns.
• Work with supplier approval teams to ensure raw materials and packaging meet standards.
• Establish SSOP’s; guide sanitation and environmental monitoring programs.
• Deliver food safety training to facility teams and ensure consistent application of protocols.
• Monitor corrective actions and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Gatekeeper for customer, GFSI, and regulatory audits and inspections.

Skills

GFSI standards understanding

Analytical/problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Leadership/team guidance

Food safety training delivery

Physical inspection readiness

Bilingual - Spanish/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science or Public Health

Job description

Lipman Family Farms is seeking a detail-oriented FSQA Manager to lead the food safety and quality assurance functions at a new thermal processing facility. You will establish policies, direct audits, and drive continuous improvement to meet customer, regulatory, and company standards.

You will educate and motivate staff to embed food safety into daily operations, ensure product safety and quality, and collaborate with National FSQA and production teams to resolve issues promptly.