Quality Control Supervisor

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Annual/Performance Bonuses

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Los Angeles is seeking a Quality Supervisor to oversee food safety and quality assurance efforts within production and distribution facilities. This role demands a proactive leader with 4–7 years of relevant experience, adept at managing FSQA systems and conducting audits. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with safety standards, lead training initiatives, and drive continuous improvement. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching, health insurance, and annual bonuses.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years in quality control, food safety auditing, or quality assurance.
• Supervisory experience in quality or food safety is preferred.
• HACCP certification preferred; familiarity with FDA and USDA standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead FSQA systems and processes across production and distribution.
• Conduct scheduled food safety audits to ensure compliance.
• Deliver food safety training to production teams and manage documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology

Job description

Quality Supervisor – Food Manufacturing

Salary: $75,000 - $110,000 per year.

Overview

We’re looking for a Quality Assurance Supervisor to lead our Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) efforts within our production and distribution facilities. This role requires a proactive leader skilled in implementing and maintaining FSQA systems, conducting audits, and ensuring adherence to industry and internal safety standards. If you are a hands‑on supervisor with a background in food manufacturing and a passion for driving excellence in food safety, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• FSQA Program Management – Partner with the FSQA Manager to implement FSQA systems, processes, and procedures across production and distribution facilities, ensuring a consistent commitment to food safety standards.
• Audit Oversight and Compliance Monitoring – Perform scheduled food safety audits to assess facility compliance with food safety programs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and regulatory standards. Manage GMP compliance, including PPE adherence, sanitation practices, and employee behavior.
• Corrective Actions and Continuous Improvement – Identify non‑compliant practices on the production floor, propose corrective actions, and collaborate with production leaders to implement improvements. Maintain detailed documentation of findings and corrective measures.
• Sanitation and Supply Compliance – Ensure production floor sanitation standards and manage compliance with sanitizer and PPE availability at facility entry points. Oversee employee practices for maintaining hygiene when entering and exiting specific facility areas.
• Environmental Monitoring and Swabbing – Conduct environmental swabbing to monitor facility hygiene and create corrective action reports. Document and trend data to track compliance and address deviations.
• Training and SOP Management – Deliver food safety training to production teams, update SOPs, and manage documentation for all training sessions. Ensure production staff is fully trained in GMP, HACCP, and company safety policies.
• Data Entry and Customer Complaint Tracking – Record, trend, and analyze customer complaints, supporting the FSQA Manager in investigating claims. Provide insights on trends to drive improvements.
• Mock Recalls and Incident Response – Support mock recall exercises and maintain up‑date recall documentation. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to manage incidents like foreign material contamination or temperature control issues.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or a similar field preferred.
• Experience: 4–7 years in quality control, food safety auditing, or quality assurance within a food manufacturing environment. Supervisory experience in quality or food safety is a strong advantage.
• Certification: HACCP certification is preferred. Familiarity with FDA, USDA, and Department of Health standards is preferred.
• Skills: Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Communication and Leadership: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to lead and motivate teams in a compliance‑driven setting.
• Adaptability and Multitasking: Skilled in managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and navigating a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

• No Field work!
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Annual/Performance Bonuses

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.