FSQA Senior Manager: Elevate Food Safety & Quality

Aspire Bakeries LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries LLC in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a Senior Manager, Food Safety & Quality Assurance to lead enterprise food safety and quality programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, protecting brand integrity, and driving a strong food safety culture across bakery operations.

The role requires a BS in a related field, 10+ years in food manufacturing with multi-site leadership, 5+ years FSQA in manufacturing, PCQI certification, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Technology or related discipline.
• 10+ years of food manufacturing or quality experience with multi-site leadership.
• 5+ years of comprehensive food safety experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with HACCP, HARPC, GMPs and FDA/USDA regulations.
• PCQI certification and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and govern food safety and quality programs to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA and applicable regulations.
• Own and maintain GFSI/BRCGS certification, audit readiness, customer audits and third-party inspections.
• Drive continuous improvement using FSQA KPIs, environmental monitoring and corrective actions.
• Develop and sustain Food Safety Plans including HARPC, GMPs and allergen controls.
• Champion a strong food safety culture through engagement and accountability.
• Build and develop FSQA teams through coaching and performance management.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, R&D, Customers, Regulators and Suppliers.

Skills

Food Safety

Quality Management

Leadership

Communication

Education

BS in Microbiology/Related field

Tools

HACCP

HARPC

GMPs

PCQI certification

Job description

Aspire Bakeries LLC in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a Senior Manager, Food Safety & Quality Assurance to lead enterprise food safety and quality programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, protecting brand integrity, and driving a strong food safety culture across bakery operations.

The role requires a BS in a related field, 10+ years in food manufacturing with multi-site leadership, 5+ years FSQA in manufacturing, PCQI certification, and strong analytical and communication skills.