QA Manager - Food Manufacturing

Astrix; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A quality assurance leader in food manufacturing is looking for a QA Manager to manage daily QA operations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3+ years of experience in quality assurance within a food manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, leading investigations, and managing QA staff. The company offers a full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development in California.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Quality Assurance experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, FSMA, HACCP, GMPs, and GFSI standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily Quality Assurance operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
• Lead investigations and corrective actions for quality issues.

Skills

Quality Assurance

FDA regulations

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

LIMS

ERP platforms

Job description

QA Manager – Food Manufacturing

Salary: $90K- $100K annually

Location: Orange County, CA

Job type: Direct hire

Base Pay Range

$90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all daily Quality Assurance operations to ensure product quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure production operations comply with GMPs, HACCP plans, FSMA requirements, and internal SOPs
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and resolution of quality issues, deviations, and customer complaints
• Oversee quality inspections, sampling, testing, and release of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods
• Develop, implement, and maintain food safety programs including allergen control, sanitation, traceability, and supplier approval/verification
• Plan and conduct internal audits; serve as QA lead during external audits (FDA, GFSI, customer audits)
• Train, mentor, and manage QA staff while promoting a strong food safety and quality culture across the facility
• Ensure accurate and compliant QA documentation, including batch records, COAs, specifications, deviation reports, and audit records
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, R&D, Supply Chain, and Engineering on quality initiatives and product launches
• Oversee calibration, verification, and maintenance of laboratory and QA equipment
• Support specification development and validation for new and existing products, particularly food coloring and confectionery formulations
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality performance, efficiency, and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field preferred
• 3+ years of Quality Assurance experience in a food manufacturing environment, including leadership or supervisory responsibility
• Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, FSMA, HACCP, GMPs, and GFSI standards (SQF, BRC, or similar)
• Proven experience leading investigations, CAPA programs, and audit readiness
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team development skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and QA systems such as LIMS and ERP platforms
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with strong attention to detail

*This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you! *

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Quality Assurance

Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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