The FSQA Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activities of the Quality Assurance team to ensure food safety, product quality, sanitation, warehouse compliance, and lab testing meet regulatory and company standards. This role is critical in maintaining compliance with SQF, FSMA, FDA, Health Department, Certification (Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO, Vegan, OSHA, ect.) regulations, and customer requirements. The QA Supervisor serves as a liaison between quality, production, sanitation, maintenance, and warehouse teams and leads initiatives related to inspections, audits, testing, training, and documentation and fosters a proactive food safety culture. The FSQA Supervisor is responsible for notifying any deviations in quality processes to personnel-in-charge in manufacturing assembly and is responsible for reporting all deviations to the FSQA Manager and Plant Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS RESPONSIBLE FOR FOOD SAFETY.
Quality & Food Safety Program Oversight Supervise QA Technicians and provide direction on all aspects of SQF, HACCP, and GMP compliance. Ensure proper implementation and verification of Food Safety and Quality Plans, including CCPs, Preventive Controls, and Operational Prerequisite Programs (OPRPs). Support the SQF Practitioner in maintaining SQF Edition 10 certification readiness. Lead internal audits and prepare for third-party and customer inspections. Supervises the plant Sanitation program. Lab Testing Program Management Oversee in-house laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished goods: pH, Brix, salt, etc. Allergen verification and ATP swab testing. Ensure laboratory equipment is calibrated and functioning properly. Manage external lab sample submissions and ensure timely analysis and reporting. Sanitation Supervision Supervise the verification of SSOPs and sanitation crew performance. Review pre-operational inspections and sanitation validation reports. Ensure proper use and documentation of sanitation chemicals, cleaning schedules, and allergen changeover procedures. Collaborate with sanitation and maintenance to address facility hygiene concerns and continuous improvement. Warehouse & Distribution Verify incoming raw materials, packaging, and ingredients for compliance with specifications. Ensure warehouse sanitation and pest control programs are implemented and documented. Monitor warehouse storage, FIFO practices, and traceability for warehouse and finished goods. Perform warehouse audits and provide QA support for shipping, receiving, and storage processes. Department Leadership & Development Supervise, train, and mentor QA Technicians; provide performance feedback and coaching. Coordinate team schedules to ensure adequate QA coverage across shifts and departments. Conduct QA team meetings and promote cross-functional communication. Facility Training & Communication Provide on-the-floor coaching to staff on GMPs, hygiene, allergen control, and cleaning protocols. Conduct or support training related to food safety, sanitation, chemical safety, and quality standards. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and food safety awareness. Documentation & Record Control Ensure timely and accurate completion of all QA, sanitation, warehouse, and lab testing records. Maintain compliance with regulatory and customer document retention policies. Review and approve QA logs, test results, inspection records, and non-conformance reports. Assist in trend analysis and reporting for quality metrics and environmental monitoring. Employee Safety Serve as the Safety Committee Chair. Lead internal and 3rd party audits. Investigate and close audit non-conformances and implement corrective actions. Monitor compliance with local, state, and OSHA requirements. Audit & Regulatory Compliance Lead internal audits and support third-party, SQF, FDA, Health Department, and customer audits. Investigate and close audit non-conformances and implement corrective actions. Monitor compliance with FSMA, SQF, and other applicable food safety regulations.
Certification maintenance and document review:
Kosher Organic Vegan Non-GMO FDA, Local Health Department
SQF OSHA OTHER DUTIES
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Report any issues/ hazards that require development and mentor employees towards improvements. Flexible adjusting days off based on business needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted. Minimum 5-10 years of experience in food manufacturing QA, including management responsibilities. HACCP Certification (Required) PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) (Required) Internal Auditor Training (Required) SQF Practitioner or strong working knowledge of SQF Code (Preferred) Food Safety Sanitation and/or Chemical Safety (Preferred)
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Strong knowledge of: SQF, HACCP, FSMA, GMPs, SSOPs Microbial, physical, and chemical testing methods Allergen management, environmental monitoring, and traceability systems Experience in auditing, training, and team leadership in a food manufacturing environment. Excellent attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in QMS software, Microsoft Office, and digital documentation tools.
Experience Required:
5 years of food manufacturing experience QA and Food Safety, including management responsibilities.
PROVISION FOR ABSENCE FSQA
Manager Plant Manager
TRAINING
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