FSQA MANAGER

JBS Foods; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Principe Italia in Columbia, MO is seeking a Food Safety/Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager to maintain product integrity and enforce HACCP across the processing facility. The role oversees all production of ready-to-eat meats and ensures packaging meets customer specifications.

The FSQA Manager will supervise FSQA staff, coordinate with Technical Services and Production Leadership, and manage SQF programs and audits. Strong leadership, problem solving, and compliance focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• SQF certified.
• HACCP certified.
• Ability to make decisions without guidance.
• Must read and comprehend regulations and write reports.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HACCP program and related records, monitor CCPs.
• Supervise FSQA Supervisors, QA technicians, and Food Safety Specialist.
• Oversee SQF programs and audits (government/3rd parties).
• Assist with customer complaints and trending.
• Coordinate with Lab Manager on testing and with Sanitation on MSS activities.
• Ensure calibration and maintenance of equipment; support GMP and internal audits.

Skills

Supervisory experience

SQF certified

HACCP certified

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication skills

Mentor and train

Regulations literacy

Team leadership

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION

Position Title: Food Safety/Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager

Position Type: Fulltime

FLSA Status: Salaried

Department: Quality Assurance

Location: Columbia, MO

Years of Experience: 5 years in USDA Facility & 3 years supervisor experience.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of this position is to maintain product integrity and food safety within the plant. The FSQA manager will enforce HACCP, implement all government directives, regulations and policies throughout the processing facility. They will oversee all production of all consumers ready meat products and ensure product, including packaging, meet customer specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assistant to and direct backup for Technical Services Manager and/or Director

Directly supervises FSQA Supervisors, QA technicians and the Food Safety Specialist; coordinate their activities with assistance from Technical Services Manager and Production Leadership

Assist and helps the food safety specialist with all SQF programs and audits (government and/or 3rd parties)

Assist with the resolution of customer complaints and trending complaint activities.

Maintain HACCP program and all records associated with it, including the monitoring of the CCPs.

Ensures all records and proper documents for SQF, HACCP and all pre-requisite programs are properly organized and maintained.

Collaborates with Lab Manager on scheduled testing

Collaborates with the Sanitation team on MSS activities, ensures all pre-operational activities are complete, and the facility is ready for production

Assists & provides training for pre-operational inspection of equipment and for operational inspections of the facility

Collaborates with the Maintenance & Operations leaders on preventive maintenance activities and the deep cleaning of equipment

Coordinates with the Technical Projects Manager on labeling and nutritional content of product

Interacts with USDA on any NRs and any other concerns of the inspectors.

Responsible for Internal pest control program supplementing the outside pest control program; verifies procedures for effectiveness

Supports and participates with internal audits (GMP, glass and brittle plastic) and coordinates activities resulting from deficiencies found.

Ensures calibrations of all equipment is being maintained as needed

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience

SQF certified

HACCP certified

Ability to make decisions without guidance

Ability to multi-task

Must have excellent problem-solving abilities

Must have excellent customer service skills

Must have excellent communication skills

Must have ability to mentor and train individuals

Must be able to read and comprehend regulations, correspondence, instructions, rules and regulations as well as fill out forms and write reports

Team player with leadership skills

Raw and ready to eat production environment experience mandatory

Experience in leading groups of QA employees, including setting team and individual objectives, managing individual and team performance and building a team approach to problem solving

Strong proficiency with personal computer software with knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and multiple applications required.

Detail oriented and strong analytical skills

Highly organized

Spanish/English bilingual desired but not required

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time

Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations

Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing

Slippery floors, cold temperatures, and loud ambient noise

Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently

Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information

Responding on an on-call basis to emergencies and incidents at all hours.

May be exposed to stressful situations

May be required to work additional hours/overtime without advance notice

Seeing, hearing and speaking clearly in order to communicate effectively

Occasional lifting and/or moving up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted

More about us:

Since 1945, Principe has combined its Italian heritage with true craftsmanship to deliver the best Italian meats and charcuterie in the world. To meet growing consumer demand for great-tasting, high-quality Italian meats and charcuterie, Principe Italia is opening a new facility, combining old world traditions with innovative recipes, and expanding the authentic artisan offerings of Principe in the United States.

JBS Prepared Foods, a division of JBS USA Foods, the leading global supplier of diversified, high-quality food products, acquired Principe Foods in February 2022.

Now it is your turn to join a company with the mission to use these 100-plus years of knowledge to be the BEST in all we do; completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers; a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders. All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.

Opportunity for career growth – we prefer to promote internal employees into management roles as they are ready for new responsibilities

Comprehensive benefits package for full time employees including Medical, 401(k) and free tuition to select schools

Charitable involvement across Mid-West communities (Hometown Strong)

Company Culture (Purpose & Culture)

EOE, including disability/vets