Quality Assurance Supervisor (Food Manufacturing)

Astrix; California; Sur place; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Collaborative work environment

Résumé du poste

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor in California to ensure compliance with standards and manage QA activities. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science or similar and a minimum of 3 years' experience in QA. This role offers a competitive salary, advancement opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of QA experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations, HACCP, GMP, and GFSI standards.
• Experience with root cause analysis and CAPA processes.

Responsabilités

• Supervise daily QA activities to uphold product quality and food safety standards.
• Lead investigations and resolution of non-conformances, customer complaints, and quality issues.
• Conduct internal audits and assist during external audits.

Connaissances

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field

Outils

LIMS

ERP platforms

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Quality Assurance Supervisor (Food Manufacturing)

This range is provided by Astrix. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$65,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Astrix

Scientific & Technical Recruiter @ Astrix | Driving Innovation by Connecting Top Talent with Leading Life Science Companies

Our client, a leading food manufacturing facility, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced QA Supervisor to ensure their products and processes meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Position Overview

The Quality Assurance Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing daily QA operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer requirements (FDA, FSMA, GFSI), and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity of our food safety systems and product quality across all stages of production.

Job Title: QA Supervisor (Food Manufacturing)

Location: Orange County, CA

Salary: $65K - $85K annually DOE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily QA activities to uphold product quality and food safety standards.
• Monitor production lines for compliance with GMP, HACCP, and internal SOPs.
• Lead investigations and resolution of non-conformances, customer complaints, and quality issues.
• Coordinate sampling, testing, inspection, and release of raw materials, in-process, and finished products.
• Support food safety programs including allergen management, sanitation, traceability, and supplier verification.
• Conduct internal audits and assist during external audits (FDA, third-party, customer).
• Train, coach, and mentor QA technicians and production staff on quality and food safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate and organized QA documentation, including batch records, COAs, deviation reports, and audit findings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Production, and Supply Chain teams to ensure alignment on quality expectations.
• Oversee calibration and maintenance of lab and QA testing equipment.
• Assist with developing and reviewing product specifications, with a focus on food coloring and confectionery formulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of QA experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations, HACCP, GMP, and GFSI standards (e.g., SQF, BRC).
• Experience with root cause analysis and CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Actions) processes.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and QA systems such as LIMS and ERP platforms.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with strong attention to detail.

What They Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• A collaborative and quality-driven work environment
• The chance to contribute to the success of innovative food products enjoyed nationwide

Note: This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!