Supervisor, Quality 1st Shift

Ferrara; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara in Fairfield, CA is seeking a hands-on Supervisor, Quality to lead technicians and drive daily performance while ensuring GMPs and food safety standards are met. This role partners across functions to improve processes and support continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has a BS in a related field, HACCP and PCQI credentials, and proven leadership in a manufacturing setting, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field preferred.
• HACCP certification and GFSI audits experience (FSSC 22000 or SQF) a plus.
• PCQI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for quality and food safety practices during operations.
• Maintains holds and develops CAPA using root cause analysis; monitor CAPA effectiveness.
• Manage quality and sanitation team: timecards, tasks, training and mentoring.
• Collaborate with production to monitor processes for effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Initiate, track and trend NCRs/CAPAs.
• Part of the internal audit team and participate in GMP audits.
• Coordinate pre-op, post-op, and glass/brittle plastic inspections.
• Communicate between management and quality staff for corporate and plant initiatives.
• Maintain the food safety plan and update SOPs as required.
• Ensure training on quality programs for associates at all levels.
• Interact with Ferrara supervisors and managers to share best practices.
• Perform and maintain environmental monitoring and product testing programs.
• Trend KPI data for the Quality Manager and assist in reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

B.S. in Food Science

HACCP certification

PCQI certified

Job description

Work Location: Fairfield

Work Location: FairfieldDue to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Schedules may vary and are subject to change.

Core Hours: 6am-3pm must be flexible

Want to make an impact?

The Supervisor, Quality, reporting to the Manager, Quality, is a hands-on leader who keeps our products safe, our standards high, and our teams performing at their best. You’ll supervise and coach technicians and leads, drive daily performance, and partner across teams to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards. You’ll also help strengthen Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and champion a culture of continuous improvement.

Ways you will make a difference

• Accountable for quality and food safety practices during operations.
• Maintains holds and develops corrective actions (CAPA) by utilizing root cause analysis as necessary and monitors CAPA for effectiveness.
• Manages quality and sanitation team by scheduling/approving timecards, assigning tasks and providing ongoing training/mentoring.
• Facilitates with production the monitoring of processes and procedures to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Initiate, track and trend NCRs/CAPAs.
• Be a part of the internal audit team and participate actively in the scheduled food safety and facility GMP audits.
• Co-ordinate the pre-op, post-op and glass/brittle plastic inspections.
• Acts as a communication liaison between management and quality staff to support corporate and plant-driven initiatives.
• As part of the food safety team, maintains the food safety plan and updates SOPs as required.
• Ensures training of associates at all levels on quality programs.
• Interact with other supervisors/managers within Ferrara to share best practices.
• Perform and maintain the environmental monitoring program and product testing program.
• Trend the KPI data for the Quality Manager and assist in preparing reports for senior leadership management.

Skills that will make you successful

• Demonstrated Leadership experience
• Great communication and interpersonal skills.

Experiences that will support your success

• B.S. Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or other related field preferred
• HACCP certification and GFSI audits experience such as FSSC 22000 or SQF a plus
• PCQI certified preferred

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $78,000-88,000 annually.