Expert staffing west is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to oversee and enhance
food safety and quality assurance programs across both our FDA plant-based and USDA regulated meat production divisions. This position plays a critical role in maintaining certifications, ensuring compliance with FDA/USDA regulations, and championing a culture of continuous improvement in food safety, sanitation, and quality assurance
practices.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in food manufacturing food safety, quality and
microbiological systems, regulatory compliance, and team leadership. This role will
collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, sanitation, R&D,
and supply chain to maintain excellence in quality and safety standards across all product
lines.
Primary Responsibilities:
Food Safety & Quality Program Leadership
Lead and maintain SQF, FSMA, HACCP, and Preventive Control programs across
both divisions.
Ensure compliance with FDA and USDA regulations, including routine internal
validations and audits.
Maintain certifications including Non-GMO Project, Kosher, Organic, Halal, and
Certified Humane.
Conduct nutritional audits and manage Genesis Nutrition Facts Panel creation and
updates.
Oversee packaging claims, certifications, and USDA and FDA label compliance
(NFP, ingredient statements, allergen declarations).
Compliance, Documentation & Reporting
Interface with regulatory agencies, certification bodies, and customer QA teams to
ensure audit readiness.
Review product specifications, COAs, testing protocols, and maintain up-to-date
QA documentation.
Ensure all sanitation, microbiological, and lab testing procedures are conducted
and meet company and regulatory standards.
Prepare and present KPI reports detailing microbiological trends, deficiencies, and
corrective actions.
Training, Projects & Process Improvement
Lead food safety and quality training initiatives; monitor training effectiveness and
engagement.
Drive plant audit corrective action plans and ensure timely resolution.
Support R&D and shelf-life studies to validate product safety, microbial limits, and
sensory benchmarks.
Participate in new product development and facility improvement projects,
including equipment qualification and facility setup.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Champion quality and food safety across the organization by partnering with
production and operations leadership.
Respond to consumer complaints, implement root cause analysis, and develop
corrective actions.
Provide technical support and industry insights through continuous education and
participation in Food Safety seminars and events.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in food science, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field preferred;
equivalent industry experience considered.
Minimum 5 years of Food Safety Quality Assurance experience in a USDA or FDA regulated food manufacturing environment. (Dual inspection experience preferred)
Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, FSMA, SQF, USDA/FDA regulatory requirements,
and third-party certifications.
Proficient in Genesis Nutritional Software, Microsoft Office Suite, and ERP systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, and analytical skills.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Ability to work weekends as needed and thrive in a fast-paced production
environment.
Opportunities for Growth:
Advance into Senior Quality Assurance or Compliance leadership roles.
Gain cross-functional exposure across plant-based and meat operations.
Participate in professional development through industry training and certifications
(e.g., SQF Practitioner, HACCP, PCQI).
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