Quality Assurance Supervisor

Quality Assurance Supervisor 2.6 2.6 out of 5 stars 16505 Worthley Drive, San Lorenzo, CA 94580 $24•$27 an hour•Full-time

SANTINI FOODS INC 17

reviews $24•$27 an hour•

Full-time Job Overview:

The Quality Assurance Supervisor plays a critical role in maintaining the safety and quality of products at Santini Foods, Inc. This position supervises QA personnel and ensures compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and regulatory food safety guidelines. The QA Supervisor is responsible for managing lab workflows, developing test methods, validating processes, and ensuring clear documentation, training, and continuous improvement within the QA function.

Job Role & Responsibilities:

Train, supervise, and develop QA department staff while promoting team motivation and accountability. Organize laboratory workflows, prioritize sample analysis, assign tasks, and schedule equipment maintenance. Provide hands-on guidance for daily QA tasks and escalate quality issues appropriately. Maintain laboratory inventory and procure supplies as needed. Develop and validate test methods, sampling procedures, and monitoring processes. Review of QA and production documentation in alignment with the Finished Products Positive Release Policy. Write and maintain SOPs, Certificates of Analysis (COAs), and product specifications. Train new QA technicians according to standard operating procedures. Collaborate and maintain strong communication with QA leadership and cross-functional teams. Participate in continuous improvement projects and cost-reduction initiatives. Contribute to interdepartmental collaboration and assist in other duties as needed.

Education and Specific Skills:

Experience Level:

Experienced Professional /

Mid-level Supervisor Relative Years of Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant food industry experience

Education Level:

Associate or Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field required Other Certification (if any): SQF Certification experience a plus

Qualification:

Required Skills:

Supervisory experience in a quality assurance or food safety environment Knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, lab test methods, and food industry standards Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Proficiency in computer systems and software applications Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines Capable of working both independently and in team settings

Preferred Skills:

Bilingual in Spanish Experience with SQF certification Cross-functional collaboration experience Local candidates only•no relocation provided. Must be authorized to work in USA Work Remotely•

No Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.00•$27.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift Weekends as needed Ability to

Commute:

San Lorenzo, CA (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

San Lorenzo, CA:

Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person