Quality Assurance Manager / Food Safety

McLane Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

McLane Global is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager in Houston to lead QA staff, partner with DC Operations, and drive food safety and regulatory compliance. You will conduct audits, track KPIs, and develop SOPs and training programs, ensuring alignment with federal and state requirements.

You will oversee corrective actions, mentor QA technicians, and participate in EMP and shelf-life projects. A strong background in HACCP, PCQI, and internal auditing is preferred, with 4+ years in QA roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• 4+ years of Quality Assurance experience
• HACCP knowledge/certification
• PCQI preferred
• GFSI practitioner or equivalent preferred
• Internal Auditor experience/certification preferred, ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 / PrimusGFS

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage assigned Quality Assurance staff and support personnel.
• Partner with Distribution Center Operations to identify, resolve, and prevent quality issues.
• Conduct product quality surveillance throughout warehouse/operations areas.
• Perform daily quality audits, collect data, and present quality KPIs.
• Provide floor coverage, training, coaching, and oversight for QA technicians.
• Conduct weekly and monthly food-safety audits.
• Develop and monitor corrective action plans and follow-ups.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/local food-safety regulations and company policies.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and related training programs.
• Prepare daily/weekly reports covering Food Safety, Safety, Training, and KPIs.
• Communicate quality and safety results across departments.
• Participate in projects: EMP, shelf-life programs, product specs, sampling, food-safety initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Quality Assurance

Regulatory compliance

Training

HACCP knowledge

PCQI

ISO 22000

FSSC 22000

PrimusGFS

Internal Auditor

Education

Food Science

Microbiology

Chemistry

Biology

Related scientific field

Job description

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for managing quality-control activities within McLane Global distribution center operations, with a strong focus on food safety, regulatory compliance, quality audits, employee training, corrective actions, and KPI reporting. The role works closely with Distribution Center Operations to identify, prevent, and resolve quality issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage assigned Quality Assurance staff and support personnel.

• Partner closely with Distribution Center Operations to identify, resolve, and prevent quality issues.

• Conduct product quality surveillance throughout warehouse/operations areas.

• Perform daily quality audits, collect data, and present quality KPIs.

• Provide floor coverage, training, coaching, and oversight for QA technicians.

• Conduct weekly and monthly food-safety audits.

• Develop and monitor corrective action plans, including follow-up with departments to ensure completion.

• Help ensure compliance with federal, state/local food-safety regulations and company policies.

• Develop and maintain SOPs and related training programs.

• Prepare daily/weekly reports covering Food Safety, Safety, Training, and other KPIs.

• Communicate quality and safety results across departments.

• Participate in special projects involving:

  • Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP)
  • Shelf-life programs
  • Product quality specifications
  • Product sampling
  • Food-safety initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in:

  • Food Science
  • Microbiology
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Related scientific field

• 4+ years of Quality Assurance experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• HACCP knowledge/certification

• PCQI preferred

• GFSI practitioner or equivalent preferred

• Internal Auditor experience/certification preferred, particularly:

  • ISO 22000
  • FSSC 22000
  • PrimusGFS

salary of $86,000–$106,000