Quality Assurance (QA) Manager

Fresh Healthy Habits; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

401(k)

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Fresh Healthy Habits is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead our QA program in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility. You will drive regulatory compliance, maintain high-quality standards, and guide continuous improvement across QA activities.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving, and bilingual communication (English/Spanish) with a diverse workforce. You will partner with production and sanitation to ensure product safety and consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred.
• 3–5+ years in quality assurance/food safety with leadership experience.
• Fluent English and Spanish required for diverse communication.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, FDA/FSMA guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QA team, providing training and performance development.
• Oversee food safety and quality programs, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain quality control procedures and preventive measures.
• Conduct internal audits and facility inspections for third-party readiness.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor sanitation, environmental testing, and product quality.
• Maintain documentation including records and audit reports.
• Collaborate with production to improve processes and reduce waste.
• Lead food safety training initiatives and promote a culture of quality.
• Communicate effectively in English and Spanish with stakeholders.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Leadership

Auditing & Compliance

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Microbiology/Biology

Job description

Quality Assurance (QA) Manager

Location: On-site at Fresh Healthy Habits

About Us

At Fresh Healthy Habits, we are dedicated to delivering fresh, high-quality, ready-to-eat meals that combine convenience, nutrition, and exceptional taste. Our commitment to food safety, innovation, and quality drives everything we do.

We foster a collaborative, fast-paced, and growth-oriented environment where employees are encouraged to take initiative, contribute new ideas, and make a meaningful impact. If you're passionate about food safety, operational excellence, and leading teams toward success, we'd love to have you join us!

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Manager to lead our food safety and quality assurance programs within our food manufacturing facility.

This position is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining high-quality standards, overseeing food safety programs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong problem-solving skills and experience managing quality assurance teams in a fast-paced food production environment.

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required to effectively communicate with and support our diverse workforce.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage the Quality Assurance team, providing training, guidance, and performance development.

• Oversee food safety and quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance with FDA, USDA (where applicable), HACCP, GMP, and company standards.

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures, food safety policies, and preventive measures.

• Conduct internal audits and facility inspections to ensure regulatory compliance and readiness for third-party inspections.

• Investigate quality concerns, product deviations, and nonconformances, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Monitor sanitation, environmental testing, and product quality to minimize contamination risks and maintain food safety standards.

• Maintain accurate documentation, including inspection records, audit reports, corrective actions, and regulatory compliance records.

• Collaborate with production, operations, and sanitation teams to improve processes, reduce waste, and maintain product consistency.

• Lead food safety training initiatives, promoting accountability and a strong culture of quality throughout the facility.

• Communicate effectively in English and Spanish with employees, management, and regulatory representatives.

What You Bring to the Table

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field preferred.

• Experience: 3-5+ years of quality assurance or food safety experience in food manufacturing, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

• Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish (Required).

• Food Safety Expertise: Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, FDA regulations, FSMA, and food safety management systems.

• Certifications: HACCP and PCQI certifications preferred.

• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, train, and develop quality assurance teams while promoting accountability.

• Audit Experience: Experience with regulatory inspections, third-party audits, and corrective action management.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, investigate issues, and implement effective solutions.

• Communication: Excellent organizational, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

Why Join Fresh Healthy Habits?

We believe our employees are the foundation of our success, and we're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace where your contributions are valued.

Here's what we offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision)

• 401(k) to help you plan for your future

• Employee discounts on fresh products

• On-Demand Pay for greater financial flexibility

• Career advancement and professional development opportunities