Quality Assurance Manager - Food Manufacturing

E.W. Grobbel Sons, Inc.; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life保险

Paid holidays & vacation time

Quarterly bonuses

Matching 401(k) plan

Job summary

EW Grobbel is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead the QA team in our food manufacturing operations in St. Clair Shores, MI, with training in Detroit.

The role focuses on developing and maintaining the FSMS, managing audits (USDA, FDA, SQF, BRC), and driving continuous improvements across production processes. Ideal candidates have 4+ years in QA leadership in food manufacturing, a degree in a related field, and strong HACCP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science, biology, chemistry, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in food manufacturing quality assurance, including leadership or supervisory roles.
• Ability to work up to 100% on the plant floor, routinely lifting 30 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations, HACCP, and quality control methodologies.
• Ability to conduct audits, manage documentation, and perform root cause analysis.
• Leadership qualities, with experience in training and mentoring junior staff.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with data management software.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance & Food Safety: Develop, implement, and maintain the Food Safety Management System (FSMS), including HACCP, PCQI, and Preventive Controls.
• Auditing & Inspections: Primary contact for regulatory inspectors (USDA, FDA) and third-party audits (SQF, BRC).
• Quality Control & Procedures: Establish, enforce, and maintain SOPs, GMPs, and SSOPs.
• Supplier Management: Monitor incoming raw materials and ingredients quality and supplier performance.
• Product Safety & Testing: Oversee product testing, environmental monitoring, and the hold/release program for finished goods.
• Team Leadership: Supervise Quality Assurance Coordinators, providing training and mentoring on food safety and quality standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyze KPIs to identify trends in complaints or quality failures, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Quality control

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Data management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science, biology, chemistry, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data management software

Job description

Quality Assurance Manager - Food Manufacturing

Location: St. Clair Shores, MI; training in Detroit, MI

Schedule: First Shift Position; Monday – Friday, Saturday as scheduled.

Pay: $90,000 – $115,000 annually

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager with advanced experience to take on a leadership role within our quality assurance team. This position is ideal for individuals who have demonstrated expertise in quality control and are ready to handle more complex quality control tasks, mentor junior team members, and assist in driving improvements across production processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance & Food Safety:Collaboratively develop, implement, and maintain the Food Safety Management System (FSMS), including HACCP, PCQI, and Preventive Controls.
• Auditing & Inspections:Act as the primary contact for regulatory inspectors (USDA, FDA) and third-party audits (SQF, BRC).
• Quality Control & Procedures:Establish, enforce, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).
• Supplier Management:Monitor incoming raw materials and ingredients quality and supplier performance.
• Product Safety & Testing:Oversee product testing, environmental monitoring, and the hold/release program for finished goods.
• Team Leadership:Supervise Quality Assurance Coordinators, providing training and mentoring on food safety and quality standards.
• Continuous Improvement:Analyze KPIs to identify trends in complaints or quality failures, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, chemistry, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in food manufacturing quality assurance, including leadership or supervisory roles.
• Ability to work up to 100% on the plant floor, routinely lifting 30 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations, HACCP, and quality control methodologies.
• Ability to conduct audits, manage documentation, and perform root cause analysis.
• Leadership qualities, with experience in training and mentoring junior staff.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with data management software.

At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
• Paid holidays & vacation time
• Quarterly bonuses
• Matching contribution to 401 (k) plan

About EW Grobbel

EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.

The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast paced, high-performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.