Job Description
Quality Assurance Manager - Milk Safeway - 3.3 Bellevue, WA Job Details Full-time $92,000 - $120,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Bereavement leave Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Database systems Food safety management Defect resolution root cause analysis Quality assurance within food and beverage industry Food processing plant Team leadership GMP Manufacturing facility Bachelor's degree HACCP Food and beverage industry expertise Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Operational excellence initiatives Productivity software Manufacturing Quality control within food and beverage industry Manufacturing company experience General management Food safety auditing FDA regulations Audit support Failure analysis Full Job Description Why choose us? Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand! At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.
Main responsibilities:
As the QA Manager, you will lead and oversee all aspects of the food safety and quality programs for the facility. This includes managing QA teams, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards (FDA, USDA, SQF, HACCP), supporting audits, and continuously improving the site's food safety culture. You will work cross-functionally with production, sanitation, and maintenance to ensure quality is integrated into every process. Lead the plant's Quality Assurance and Food Safety programs, ensuring full regulatory compliance. Supervise QA staff, provide training, coaching, and performance development. Maintain and enforce all HACCP, GMP, SQF, and regulatory programs. Lead preparation for internal, third-party, and customer audits and ensure audit readiness at all times. Review and approve product testing, verification, and validation protocols. Collaborate with production, maintenance, and sanitation teams to resolve quality concerns. Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and ensure timely resolution. Investigate consumer complaints and non-conformance issues, providing root cause analysis. Monitor and report KPIs related to quality, food safety, and compliance. Support SOX compliance and documentation requirements tied to traceability and QA protocols. Maintain accurate QA records and ensure documentation meets company and regulatory standards. Participate in continuous improvement projects and drive quality-focused culture throughout the plant. We are looking for candidates who possess the following: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or related field. 5 plus years of experience in a food manufacturing QA role, including at least 2 years in a leadership position. In-depth knowledge of FDA, USDA, SQF, HACCP, GMP, and other regulatory standards. Experience managing audits and leading food safety programs. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and QA database systems; SAP experience a plus. We also provide a variety of benefits including: Competitive wages paid weekly Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream Associate discounts Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!) Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve Our Values - Click below to view video: ACI Values #LI-SAIZ A
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Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. Candidates with unique qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (8-9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility). [If applicable:
] Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus. Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey! Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE:
ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success. Bring your flavor Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process. Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
