QA Supervisor PM

Cedarlane Natural Foods; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedarlane Natural Foods LLC seeks an experienced PM shift QA Supervisor to lead food safety and quality programs. You will supervise QA technicians, coordinate with Production, Sanitation, and Maintenance, and act as a primary contact during USDA and FDA inspections.

Responsibilities include auditing operator quality checks, overseeing metal detector and product specifications, maintaining GFSI/HACCP/GMP compliance, coaching staff, leading root-cause investigations, and reporting trends to

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in food science or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in food manufacturing quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of GFSI, HACCP, GMP, and food safety programs.
• Experience leading audits and internal supplier audits.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Audit operator and QA checks across production points to ensure data accuracy and SOP alignment.
• Perform and audit metal detector checks and finished-product specs audits.
• Ensure compliance with GFSI, GMP, HACCP, SOPs and product specs; enforce sanitation practices.
• Supervise, train, and coach QA technicians; track weekly performance and take corrective action.
• Lead root-cause investigations and prepare CAPA reports; follow up on consumer complaints.
• Report trends to QA Manager and Plant Manager daily/weekly/monthly.
• Build cross-department relationships and participate in Six Sigma, 5S, and safety activities.

Skills

QA leadership

GFSI/HACCP/GMP

Audits & inspections

Team supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

Food science degree

Job description

PM shift QA SupervisorCedarlane is looking for an experienced Quality Assurance & Food Safety Supervisor to lead food safety and quality programs. You'll supervise our QA technicians on the PM shift and partner with Production, Sanitation, and Maintenance teams. You'll also serve as a key point of contact during USDA and FDA inspections.What You'll DoAudit quality checks performed by operators and QA technicians at control points throughout production, and verify that data is accurate and aligned with SOPsPerform and audit metal detector checks, and audit finished products against specifications and quality standardsEnsure full compliance with GFSI, GMP, HACCP, SOP, and product specification requirements, and ensure sanitation practices are properly executedSupervise, schedule, train, and coach QA technicians, including tracking weekly performance and taking corrective action when neededLead root-cause investigations, prepare corrective and preventive action reports, and follow up on consumer complaintsReport quality and performance trends to the QA Manager and Plant Manager on a daily, weekly, and monthly basisMake hold decisions on ingredients, finished product, and packagingBuild strong working relationships across departments and with QA teams at other Cedarlane plantsParticipate in Six Sigma projects, 5S housekeeping, weekly safety observations, and health and safety trainingWhat You BringDegree or diploma in food science, science, or a related field3+ years of progressive experience in food manufacturing quality assuranceStrong knowledge of GFSI, HACCP, GMP, and food safety programs, with a track record of implementing and managing themProven ability to lead, manage, and motivate a teamExperience with internal and supplier audits, product formulation controls, and documentationKnowledge of regulatory labeling, statistical process control, and preventive pest control managementExperience developing food safety training programsStrong computer, math, and communication skillsAbility to work flexible hours, including weekendsBilingual (English/Spanish) is a plusPhysical Requirements & Work EnvironmentThe job involves frequent walking, standing, bending, and repetitive use of the hands and wrists. You may need to lift up to 40 lbs. The work takes place in a fast-paced production environment with hot and cold areas, and you'll use scales and measuring tools.