FSQA Manager

Novus Foods LLC; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Novus Foods LLC is seeking a seasoned FSQA Manager to oversee food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance at the Taunton, MA facility. You will lead the FSQA team, drive improvements, and partner with R&D, Operations, and Supply Chain to uphold top safety standards.

Responsibilities include audits, CAPA, KPI delivery, and ensuring compliance with SQF and other regulatory programs while mentoring staff and managing budgets.

Qualifications

• Four year applied science degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• HACCP and PCQI certifications required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive food safety and QA experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical settings.
• 2+ years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, Food Safety, HACCP, USDA and SSOPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing FSQA team, fostering a strong food safety culture.
• Own FSQA performance and ensure regulatory alignment with company goals.
• Lead internal and external audits and readiness activities for food safety compliance.
• Act as onsite authority for FSQA decisions and stay current on safety trends.
• Collaborate with operations and other functions to embed FSQA in daily plant activities.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Time Management

Collaboration

Organizational Skills

MS Office

Planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Food/ Dairy/ Microbiology/ Biology/ Chemistry

HACCP and PCQI certifications

Job description

• Location 110 Prince Henry Drive,Taunton, MA, 02780,United States
• Base Pay $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 / Year

Description

FSQA Manager 1
Job Description
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Market Title
FSQA Manager
Date
08.03.2026
Revision #
2
Reports ToDirector of Plant FSQA or
Sr. Manager FSQA
Department
FSQA
FLSA Status
Exempt
VP of FSQA Approval
Jennifer Griffin
VP of Human Resources
Donna Cirullo
Grade
Summary
The Food Safety & Quality Manager (FSQAM) is responsible for the food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of the assigned manufacturing
facility while managing the FSQA Department programs and team members. This role drives a culture of continuous improvement and is a key site
collaborative leader. The FSQAM is crucial to ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance- while
fostering a robust food safety culture tied to operational excellence. The FSQAM will work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D,
Operations, Supply Chain, and Sanitation, to maintain and enhance food safety and quality standards.
The Sr. FSQA Manager or FSQA Supervisor may serve as back up to the FSQA Manager and the FSQA Manager may serve as back up to the FSQA
Supervisor or FSQA Systems Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, develop, and performance manage a high-performing Food Safety & Quality team, cultivating a passionate food safety culture that encourages team collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement.
• Own and drive overall FSQA performance, ensuring alignment with corporate goals, strategy, and regulatory standards.
• Lead the team in food safety audits, inspections, and assessments, both internal and external, to ensure ongoing compliance and readiness.
• Serve as authority for onsite food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance decisions and keep up to date with latest food safety news and
  trends.
• Act as a key site leader and partner to the Site Leader, contributing to the site’s FSQA strategy and organizational direction.
• Represent food safety and quality in cross functional initiatives and ensure appropriate FSQA requirements are met for any construction, new equipment, or new process in the site.
• Maintain necessary skills matrices and associated development programs to ensure clear career paths for all QA team associates.
• Implement, and continuously improve FSQA programs and procedures as well as support the SQF practitioner and serve as a backup SQF practitioner for the site.
• Maintain the FSQA site budget and managing overtime, spending, and other factors impacting budget.
• Partner with Operations and Sanitation to ensure food safety requirements are met when it comes to Master Sanitation Schedule, Environmental Monitoring performance, and critical to quality processes.
• Evaluate and approve specifications for new products and processes understanding the impact that proposed changes may have on nutritional panels, sensory, and regulatory compliance with necessary feedback for any changes required.
• Responsible for understanding, driving, and delivering KPIs and FSQA Metrics as well as preparing and presenting as needed regular reports to the site leadership team.
• Ensure the verification and validation activities associated with FSQA plans and SQF system elements are completed.
• Analyze trends (including complaint trends) and data to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Investigate, provide response, and trend complaints utilizing proper root cause analysis tools to prevent recurrence.
• Execute and communicate necessary environmental monitoring and finished goods testing as required by FSQA programs.
• Escalate serious incidents to senior leaders in accordance with escalation protocols and provide necessary updates until the issue is resolved.
• Mentor Operations on ownership of quality processes that lead to improvements that enhance product quality, consistency, and safety while optimizing costs.
• Collaborate closely with Plant Operations leadership to embed FSQA culture into daily plant activities, fostering a proactive, quality-first mindset.
• Serve as a facilitator for the execution of robust root cause analysis (RCA) and effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) when required as well as support plant teams in troubleshooting events in sanitation, product performance, and quality or food safety issues.
• Participate in Operational Excellence programs as an extension of the plant teams.
• Foster strong relationships with customers, ensuring adherence to quality standards through active feedback ongoing communication both in written and oral capacities.
• Recommend new technologies and best practices which will support key objectives while also maintaining current technical expertise in food safety, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and GFSI standards through scientific journals, progressional organizations, and technical conferences.
• Champion food safety culture, influencing cross-functional teams and site leadership.

Qualifications

• Four year applied science degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Microbiology, Biology, or Chemistry.
• HACCP and PCQI certifications required
• 5 years of progressive experience in food safety and quality assurance within the food manufacturing industry or pharmaceuticals
• 2+ years of supervisory/ leadership experience
• Working knowledge of GMPs, Food Safety, HACCP, USDA and SSOPs.
• oExperience in Dairy and Seafood HACCP is a baseline requirement for the Delphos Campus.
• Experience working with complex allergen handling and controls.
• Math competencies include the ability to add, subtract, divide, multiply, and calculate percentages.
• Intermediate computer knowledge and Microsoft Suite experience including ability to chart and graph.
• Good analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive data-driven decisions.
• Detail oriented with the ability to perform multiple tasks through prioritization
• Good understanding of root cause analysis and basic lean problem-solving tools.
• Effectively manage change and comfortable changing direction and acting without complete information.
• Great communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Ability to travel as necessary to support operations and FSQA initiatives.

Competencies/ Skills

• Proficient computer skills such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Presentations and Training
• Proven Leadership - Teamwork - Organizational Skills - Conflict Resolution
• Sound judgement and skills in Problem Solving/ Analytical
• Communications Proficiency (to include written, verbal and negotiation)
• Time Management (manage priorities and workflow)
• Collaboration cross-functionally
• High planning and organizational skills

Supervisory Responsibility

• Direct responsibility of FSQA salaried team members and ultimate responsibility of all FSQA team members onsite.
• May have matrixed indirect responsibility to Sanitation

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment as well as a high degree of hand-on activities on the production floor. The use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets will be required. While on the production floor, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and slippery surfaces. The employee is exposed to cold or hot conditions at production areas and warehouse sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud as may require ear protection.

Work Authorization

According to US law requirements Novus Foods, LLC employ only individuals who may legally work in the United States either US citizens, or foreign citizen who have the necessary authorization. Federal law requires that every employer in the United States complete a Form I- 9 and the Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify).