Quality Assurance Manager

Ps Seasonings; Iron Ridge (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PS Seasoning in Iron Ridge, WI seeks a Quality Assurance Manager to lead food safety and quality programs with hands-on plant floor presence. You will drive FSMA Preventive Controls, HACCP, GMPs, and SQF audits, while coaching teams and shaping corrective actions to improve product safety and compliance.

This leadership role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process improvements, and cost efficiencies, with daily oversight on quality performance and a strong focus on building a culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in GFSI-certified food manufacturing facilities
• 2–3 years in a quality leadership role
• Current hands-on experience with FSMA Preventive Controls
• HACCP
• GMPs
• SQF or other GFSI certification scheme
• HACCP certification required; BPCS, PCQI and SQF Practitioner certifications preferred
• Strong computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Self-driven, independent decision-maker who thrives with minimal supervision
• Spanish bilingual skills a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation, and maintenance of food safety and quality programs (FSMA, SQF, HACCP, GMPs)
• Lead all customer audits, SQF audits, regulatory inspections, and internal audits
• Drive SQF internal audit programs, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions
• Identify opportunities to improve products, processes, and cost efficiencies
• Develop plant-specific QC metrics to measure performance and uncover improvement opportunities
• Independently initiate and lead process improvement and cost savings projects
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements while maintaining best-in-class industry standards
• Maintain daily presence on the plant floor to ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards
• Audit sanitation programs and verify effective execution
• Provide oversight, coaching, and development for Quality Control team members
• Lead onboarding and ongoing food safety and quality training for employees at all levels
• Develop and deliver practical training programs for line employees, supervisors, and production leads
• Maintain and enforce all food safety, employee safety, and quality policies

Skills

GFSI experience

Quality leadership

Auditing

FSMA knowledge

GMPs knowledge

Education

HACCP certification

SQF Practitioner certification

PCQI certification

BPCS certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Quality Assurance Manager

Production General Full Time Iron Ridge, WI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1759

Are you a proactive Food Safety & Quality leader who thrives on ownership, continuous improvement, and making a real impact on plant operations? Do you bring deep GFSI experience and the confidence to lead audits, strengthen systems, and elevate teams?

If so, we want you on our team.

At PS Seasoning, we’re committed to producing safe, high-quality products that meet the highest industry and regulatory standards. We’re seeking a driven, organized, and solutions-oriented Quality Assurance Manager to lead, strengthen, and continuously improve our food safety and quality programs.

This is a hands‑on leadership role with daily plant floor presence and direct influence on company‑wide quality performance.

What You’ll Do

Lead & Elevate Food Safety Systems

Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of food safety and quality programs including:

FDA Preventive Controls (FSMA)

SQF (Safe Quality Food)

HACCP

GMPs

Partner with the Regulatory & Compliance Manager to ensure adherence to FDA regulations and PS Seasoning standards.

Lead all customer audits, SQF audits, regulatory inspections, and internal audits.

Drive SQF internal audit programs, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.

Identify opportunities to improve products, processes, and cost efficiencies.

Develop plant‑specific QC metrics to measure performance and uncover improvement opportunities.

Independently initiate and lead process improvement and cost savings projects.

Ensure compliance with customer requirements while maintaining best‑in‑class industry standards.

Strengthen Plant Operations & Team Performance

Maintain daily presence on the plant floor to ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards.

Audit sanitation programs and verify effective execution.

Provide oversight, coaching, and development for Quality Control team members.

Lead onboarding and ongoing food safety and quality training for employees at all levels.

Develop and deliver practical training programs for line employees, supervisors, and production leads.

Maintain and enforce all food safety, employee safety, and quality policies.

What You Bring

7+ years of experience in GFSI-certified food manufacturing facilities

2–3 years in a quality leadership role

Current hands‑on experience with:

FSMA Preventive Controls

HACCP

GMPs

SQF or other GFSI certification scheme

HACCP certification required; BPCS, PCQI and SQF Practitioner certifications preferred

Strong computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proven ability to work cross‑functionally and influence teams

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast‑paced environment

Self‑driven, independent decisionmaker who thrives with minimal supervision

Spanish bilingual skills a plus

Why Join PS Seasoning?

Be part of a progressive, forward‑thinking company with a proven record of steady growth

Lead meaningful food safety initiatives with real operational impact

Influence plant performance and continuous improvement at a high level

Grow your career within a company that values leadership, accountability, and development

If you’re ready to take ownership of food safety excellence and build a stronger, smarter quality culture — we’d love to connect.

PS Seasoning is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

PS Seasoning participates in E-Verify and will verify employment eligibility for all new hires.