FSQA Manager

Premier Global Links LLC; Valley (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced FSQA Manager to lead food safety, quality assurance, sanitation, and regulatory compliance in a food processing facility. The ideal candidate will bring strong HACCP and USDA-regulated environment expertise and proven leadership.

The role involves directing the FSQA team, managing HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and environmental monitoring, and serving as the USDA-FSIS liaison. Occasional travel and start-up support may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in food processing/quality management.
• Experience coaching and developing teams.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, sanitation, microbial hazards, and food safety regs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the FSQA department and develop high-performing team members.
• Manage HACCP, Food Safety Plans, GMPs, SSOPs, and Environmental Monitoring Programs.
• Lead food safety investigations, CAPA, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee sanitation verification, product hold/release, and product quality compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison with USDA-FSIS personnel.
• Lead internal, customer, third-party, and regulatory audits, including BRCGS.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, food safety, and labeling requirements.
• Develop FSQA training programs and communicate quality and food safety trends.
• Partner with Production and other departments on process improvements and new products.
• Support facility start-up, pre-operational sanitation, and second-shift activities as needed.

Skills

FSQA Leadership

HACCP

GMPs

SSOPs

Auditing

USDA-FSIS

Regulatory compliance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Premier Global Links LLC is seeking an experienced FSQA Manager to lead food safety, quality assurance, sanitation, and regulatory compliance programs within a food processing facility. The ideal candidate will have strong food manufacturing experience, leadership skills, and expertise in HACCP and USDA-regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the FSQA department and develop high-performing team members.
• Manage HACCP, Food Safety Plans, GMPs, SSOPs, and Environmental Monitoring Programs.
• Lead food safety investigations, CAPA, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee sanitation verification, product hold/release, and product quality compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison with USDA-FSIS personnel.
• Lead internal, customer, third-party, and regulatory audits, including BRCGS.
• Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, food safety, and labeling requirements.
• Develop FSQA training programs and communicate quality and food safety trends.
• Partner with Production and other departments on process improvements and new products.
• Support facility start-up, pre-operational sanitation, and second-shift activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in food processing and quality management.
• Management or supervisory experience with the ability to coach and develop teams.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, sanitation, microbial hazards, and food safety regulations.
• Experience leading diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a food processing environment, including cold temperatures and production areas.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel occasionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Meat processing experience with USDA-regulated products.
• Experience with USDA-FSIS, BRCGS, M3, Redzone, or TraceGains.

Additional Information

• On-site position in Valley, Alabama
• Relocation assistance is not provided.
• Occasional travel and non-standard hours may be required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, and work in temperatures below 32F.

Premier Global Links LLC is an equal opportunity employer.