Food Safety & Quality Supervisor
Location: Multiple openings – Rochelle, IL | Osceola, IA | Austin, MN | Pelican Rapids, MN | Hayward, CA
Schedule: 1st Shift (4:00–7:00 AM start, ~9-hour shifts)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Compensation: $80,000 – $90,000 (15% premium for CA)
Overview
We are seeking a Food Safety & Quality Supervisor to join a large, established food manufacturing environment with strong internal growth opportunities. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing quality operations on the production floor while driving food safety and compliance initiatives.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to grow into broader leadership roles within a stable, promote-from-within organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of 4–6 quality auditors, ensuring product quality and compliance standards are met
- Support and execute food safety and quality programs (HACCP, GMP, regulatory standards)
- Spend approximately 60% of time on the production floor monitoring processes, identifying quality issues, and coaching teams.
- Conduct daily shift meetings to review production goals, quality KPIs, and issues from previous shifts
- Perform product checks, audits, and documentation review to ensure consistency and compliance
- Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, production, leadership) to resolve quality concerns
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to food safety, compliance, and production quality
- Manage schedules, performance, and development of direct reports
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Animal Science, Nutrition, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in food safety and/or quality within a manufacturing environment
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience (or strong lead-level experience)
- Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety regulations
- Strong communication skills with the ability to coach and develop teams
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production floor environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Food safety certifications (HACCP, SQF, etc.)
- Experience in high-speed food production environments
- Background in audit readiness, compliance, and process improvement
Additional Details
- 1st year: Day shift (1st shift)
- Future: Opportunity for shift flexibility and advancement
- Exposure to weekly sensory testing as part of quality standards
- Organization offers strong internal career progression and relocation opportunities
Why This Role?
- Clear path for career growth into plant and operations leadership
- Strong emphasis on internal promotion and development
- Hands-on role with a balance of floor presence and strategic impact
- Opportunity to work across multiple locations and production environments
If you’re interested in a hands-on leadership role in food manufacturing quality and safety, apply today to learn more.
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Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
