On behalf of our client , a leading food manufacturer, we are seeking a hands-on FSQA Site Manager to take ownership of all Food Safety and Quality system programs at their Bear Creek facility. This is a working management role responsible for maintaining rigorous food safety regulations, ensuring high product quality standards, and directly supervising both the site FSQA and Sanitation teams. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement, resolving customer concerns, managing lab equipment, and fostering cross-functional collaboration across production and operational departments. Duties and Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain food safety programs, ensuring complete compliance with HACCP, GMP, SOP, and employee training documentation. Provide direct leadership, support, and guidance to site FSQA and Sanitation team members. Conduct thorough and timely investigations into customer complaints to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions. Inspect, test, and measure physical and chemical properties of products against specifications. Perform regular calibration and verification of laboratory equipment. Support and adhere to quality management systems, employee safety, preventive maintenance programs, and regulatory legality. Perform internal and external plant audits to identify non-conformances and set up quality assurance systems for proper certification. Work alongside production and plant supervisors to coordinate activities, resolve efficiency issues, and prevent quality deviations. Consult with Corporate FSQA leadership to resolve complex quality, production, and operational challenges. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, or a related scientific discipline. 2 to 5 years of proven Quality Management experience within the food manufacturing industry. Proficient in HACCP, GMPs, SOPs, and sanitation protocols. Strong command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and practical math skills (algebra, statistics). Exceptional written and oral communication, high attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work efficiently under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. Working Environment & Physical Demands Ability to perform duties effectively in a dynamic, highly disruptive plant setting under time pressure. Working conditions may include hot/humid environments (exceeding 80°F). Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes hearing protection, hairnets/beard nets, and task-specific eye protection. Growth & Development This position represents a key step in the continuous improvement of our client's processes. Ongoing education, professional development, and advanced training are fully encouraged and supported.