QA Supervisor — Food Manufacturing Leader (Dairy)

IT Job Board - Tech Jobs Portal in USA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Job Board - Tech Jobs Portal in USA is seeking a hands-on QA Supervisor to lead a quality team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role requires sound decision-making backed by data and a strong partnership with production on the floor.

You will oversee technicians, perform lab testing (microbiology, pH, Brix, water activity, fats and solids), and drive corrective actions while supporting audits and continuous improvement across shifts.

Qualifications

• QA leadership experience in food manufacturing.
• Hands-on laboratory testing experience (microbiology, pH, Brix).
• Ability to use data to challenge decisions and drive improvement.
• Strong communication and cross-functional teamwork.
• Flexibility to support shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Quality Technicians.
• Maintain a strong presence on the production floor, ensuring quality and food safety standards are met.
• Oversee laboratory testing, including microbial analysis, pH, Brix, water activity, fats and solids.
• Monitor product quality, investigate issues, and drive corrective actions.
• Partner with production and other departments to resolve concerns while confidently advocating for quality.
• Support food safety programs, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

QA leadership

Laboratory testing

Data-driven decisions

Excel proficiency

Tools

Excel

Job description

IT Job Board - Tech Jobs Portal in USA is seeking a hands-on QA Supervisor to lead a quality team in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role requires sound decision-making backed by data and a strong partnership with production on the floor.

You will oversee technicians, perform lab testing (microbiology, pH, Brix, water activity, fats and solids), and drive corrective actions while supporting audits and continuous improvement across shifts.