Quality Assurance Leader: Food Safety & Process Integrity

Philadelphia Macaroni Company; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

STD/LTD/AD&D/Life

HSA

FSA

EAP

Hospital indemnity

Accident Insurance

Identity and Fraud Protection Plan

Legal

Critical Illness

Job summary

Winland Foods, located in Grand Forks, ND, seeks a Quality Assurance Supervisor to lead the quality function during the production shift, ensuring finished products meet specifications and customer expectations.

The role follows a 1st shift, Monday–Friday schedule with some flexibility. Bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong communication skills, and GMP/SQF knowledge are required; manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field.
• Proficient in communication and Microsoft Office.
• Manufacturing and Food Industry experience preferred.
• Food processing certification is a plus.
• Highly organized and able to work under pressure.
• Ability to lead and work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all products meet GMPs, SQF, and safety policies.
• Coordinate with direct reports to follow safety and quality policies.
• Maintain compliance with plant safety regulations and company procedures.
• Lead QA team to ensure efficient day-to-day workflow.
• Address consumer complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee QA lead/lab tech and schedule technicians.
• In absence, cover responsibilities with Quality Manager/Lead.
• Perform root cause analysis to resolve downtime.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Winland Foods, located in Grand Forks, ND, seeks a Quality Assurance Supervisor to lead the quality function during the production shift, ensuring finished products meet specifications and customer expectations.

The role follows a 1st shift, Monday–Friday schedule with some flexibility. Bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong communication skills, and GMP/SQF knowledge are required; manufacturing experience is preferred.