Job Summary We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant QA Manager to join our dynamic food manufacturing team. In this vital role, you will support the FSQA Manager in maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Your expertise will help ensure that products meet strict quality standards, adhere to legal requirements, and satisfy customer expectations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement and operational excellence are prioritized. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality management systems, possesses strong leadership skills, and thrives in a collaborative setting. Responsibilities Monitor production processes, product testing, and data analysis to ensure compliance with quality parameters and work with FSQA manager. Build professional working relationships with all Department Leaders and plant employees Be flexible with shift hours to support the QA/QC Team as needed Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining QA programs such as HACCP, GMP, BRC, USDA, Organic and More. Conduct all the Monthly facility audits. Plan and conduct internal audits; Support on the occasional Regulatory Bodies (i.e. On-Site USDA Inspectors) Support customer and regulatory inspections Lead/Support during the annual 3rd party audits (GFCO, Organic, BRC) Respond to customer quality inquiries, complaints, and documentation requests. Customer sample and Certificate of analysis management. Lead investigations and resolution of customer quality issues Incoming material inspections quality decisions 3rd party warehouse audit. Collect and maintain the supplier documents. Complete the pre-scheduled training for production, QC team, and support staff on quality standards and audit readiness. Support Assistant QC manager for routing Departmental training on the key activities. Review SOPs, Work instructions, quality plans, and audit records with version control. Maintain the PM program records Maintain the Routine calibration records for Thermometers, Scales, Metal detectors and X-ray and schedule the calibration as needed Product Hold Problem identification, Root cause analysis and implementation Cross-Functional Collaboration with production, QC, R&D, and management

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Microbiology, Environmental Science, or a related technical field

Experience:

5+ years of experience in quality control and food safety 2+ years of leadership experience, leading audits, CAPA programs, investigations, and regulatory compliance activities

Skills & Knowledge:

Prefers bilingual in Spanish, Japanese, Chinese or Korean Strong leadership, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills PCQI Certification SQF practitioner or Related Internal auditor certification

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

QA/QC:

5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

PCQI certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Phoenix, AZ 85043 (Required)

Work Location:

In person