FSQA MANAGER

JBS USA; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Principe Italia is seeking a Food Safety/Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager in Columbia, MO to lead the plant's safety and quality programs. You will enforce HACCP, ensure compliance with all government directives, and oversee production of consumer-ready meat products to meet customer specifications.

The role requires 5 years of USDA facility experience and 3 years of supervisory responsibility, SQF and HACCP certification, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years USDA facility experience
• 3 years supervisory experience
• SQF certified
• HACCP certified
• Ability to make decisions without guidance
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Mentor and train team members
• Read and understand regulations and write reports

Responsibilities

• Maintain HACCP program and all related records
• Oversee FSQA Supervisors, QA technicians and Food Safety Specialist
• Coordinate SQF audits and third‑party inspections
• Assist with customer complaint resolution and trend analysis
• Collaborate with Lab and Sanitation teams on testing and pre‑op activities
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Operations on preventive maintenance and deep cleaning
• Manage labeling and nutritional content coordination with Technical Projects Manager
• Engage with USDA inspectors and respond to NR concerns
• Lead internal GMP, glass and brittle plastic audits and drive corrective actions
• Support on-call responses and shift coverage as needed

Skills

USDA facility experience

Supervisory experience

Bilingual Spanish/English

Problem solving

Strong communication skills

Job description

Description

Position at JBS USA

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