Senior FSQA Manager – SQF/HACCP Compliance

Kosmos Corp; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Growing San Diego Food Company is seeking an FSQA Manager to lead the QA department, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. You will manage food safety, quality assurance, and quality control across the plant, integrating programs to meet customer and audit requirements.

The role requires strong leadership to sustain SQF programs, oversee HACCP plans, and drive continuous improvement in product quality and safety.

Qualifications

• BS in Food Science, Microbiology, food process engineering, or similar discipline.
• Solid track record of successful implementation and compliance of food manufacturing policies (GMP, SSOP, HACCP, SQF).
• Strong Microsoft Office and other systems knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage and sustain all SQF-required programs.
• Lead efforts to achieve >90% SQF scores.
• Review, update and create HACCP plans.
• Monitor compliance with SSOP, GMP, HACCP, and SQF standards for audits.
• Establish specifications, standards, protocols and procedures for quality control and new product development.
• Develop and execute training programs supporting quality and food safety.
• Support sales with compliance in label submittal for new products.
• Create, update, and manage product specifications and files.
• Maintain plant certifications (Kosher, Halal, Organic, GMO, GF, USDA, FDA) and customer audits.
• Manage 3rd shift sanitation crew for compliance.
• Coach and develop subordinates; provide training and growth opportunities.
• Apply timely discipline and hire/terminate as needed.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

BS in Food Science, Microbiology or related field

SQF Practitioner certification

HACCP certification

10-15 years QA Manager experience

Job description

Growing San Diego Food Company is seeking an FSQA Manager to lead the QA department, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. You will manage food safety, quality assurance, and quality control across the plant, integrating programs to meet customer and audit requirements.

The role requires strong leadership to sustain SQF programs, oversee HACCP plans, and drive continuous improvement in product quality and safety.