QA Supervisor: Food Safety & Quality Leadership

Richelieu Foods Inc.; Prospect Heights (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is seeking a Supervisor, Quality Assurance to lead quality technicians and oversee QA activities in a fast-paced food manufacturing plant.

You will ensure compliance with the QMS and food safety programs, coordinate internal audits, and collaborate with operations and corporate teams to protect product quality. The role requires HACCP/PCQI certification, at least 2 years in a supervisory QA capacity, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with focus on food safety.
• HACCP and PCQI certification required.
• Knowledge of SQF, MOSA, RSPO, ISO and FDA/USDA/CFIA regulations.
• At least 2 years in a quality role within a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Define work schedules for quality technicians and leads to ensure safe, effective QA operations.
• Hire, onboard, and manage performance of quality staff.
• Ensure quality, food safety, and compliance actions per QMS procedures.
• Develop/update work instructions and training materials.
• Investigate non-conformances and lead CAPA activities.
• Lead internal audits, inspections, and traceability exercises.
• Serve as back-up to the quality manager and support plant operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

HACCP/PCQI certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Richelieu Foods, Inc. is seeking a Supervisor, Quality Assurance to lead quality technicians and oversee QA activities in a fast-paced food manufacturing plant.

You will ensure compliance with the QMS and food safety programs, coordinate internal audits, and collaborate with operations and corporate teams to protect product quality. The role requires HACCP/PCQI certification, at least 2 years in a supervisory QA capacity, and strong analytical and communication skills.