Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Food Safety Quality Assurance Supervisor and lead the charge in maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and compliance. In this vital role, you will oversee quality assurance processes across manufacturing operations, ensuring products meet rigorous regulatory requirements and customer expectations. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement initiatives, uphold robust quality systems, and foster a culture of safety and excellence throughout the organization. If you are passionate about food safety, possess strong leadership skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Company Description
DJ’s Boudain is a renowned food manufacturing company specializing in the production of authentic Cajun boudain and other delicious products. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on delivering the finest flavors to our loyal consumers.
Job Summary
DJ’s Boudain is seeking a dynamic Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) Supervisor to join our food manufacturing team. This is a full-time on-site role at DJ’s Boudain located in Beaumont, TX working Monday – Friday 5am to the end of production (~630pm). Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays when scheduled is required. This role is responsible for supervising the plants’ FSQA Technicians in accordance with all company & department policies. The Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring food safety & quality assurance checks are performed accurately in accordance with company & regulatory policies. This role will work closely with production, sanitation, & pest control teams to verify monitoring activities, serve as backup HACCP team leader/SQF Practitioner, and other responsibilities as assigned by the FSQA Director.
This position does require standing/walking for long periods of time. Work weeks are 5 to 6 days (Monday – Saturday) depending on orders. Typical work hours are 445am – 645pm. Some relocation assistance may be offered.
Key Responsibilities
· Supervise and mentor FSQA Technicians with their performance of day-to-day tasks, assign to work areas as appropriate
· Perform monitoring checks in absence of FSQA Technicians
· Perform pre-operational inspections of the plant (5am)
· Facilitate regulatory personnel pre-operational inspections of the plant
· Prepare for, participate in, and facilitate all audits/site visits
· Coordinate and conduct training of FSQA Technicians & assist production management team with food safety & quality training
· Provide guidance to the production team on food safety, quality, & regulatory matters
· Serve as an expert in day-to-day plant quality performance
· Sample product, conduct environmental monitoring activities, and verify 3rd party service providers are adhering to established policies and procedures
· Trend food safety/quality data
· Cover for FSQA Supervisor/Director in absence
· Serve as backup for FSQA Director
· This role is required to cover for FSQA Technicians/Lead Technicians in their absence
· Respond to regulatory personnel non-conformances as assigned
· Demonstrate sound decision-making and leadership skills
· Exercise discretion and assist with resolving team member issues
· Ensure non-conforming products are properly dispositioned and reported to appropriate personnel
· Other responsibilities/special projects, as assigned by the FSQA Director
This is a key & highly visible role for DJs Boudain. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate mastery in FSQA & regulatory requirements quickly and whose leadership should make a positive impact helping the facility to achieve 3rd party food safety certification within the first year of employment.
Qualifications
· High School Diploma or equivalent required
· 4-year College Degree in science or food related field preferred
· Must be able to read, write, understand, and speak English
· This position will work heavily with computers & software: computer and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) experience required
· Must be able to type 60-70 WPM, required
· Bilingual - Spanish speaking a plus
· Previous food safety & quality assurance supervisor experience is required
· Previous food manufacturing experience in a further processing plant and/or RTE experience required. Must have previously demonstrated maintaining plant success with FSIS Appendix A & B.
· HACCP & Advance HACCP Certification in food safety or related field is strongly preferred
· Working knowledge of food safety regulations (USDA/FDA) and quality control processes is highly preferred
· Experience in conducting quality and food safety inspections and audits preferred
· Special consideration will be given to candidates with previous FSQA management experience in 3rd party food safety certified facilities.
· Ability to adhere to strict quality and safety standards
· Strong attention to detail, interpersonal, and organizational skills
· Strong math and computational skills
· Effective communication and teamwork skills
Physical Requirements
· Ability to work 14-hour shifts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
· Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as needed to inspect equipment, production lines, and work areas.
· Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds regularly.
· Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and finger movements for documentation, sampling, and inspection activities.
· Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including hot, cold, wet, humid, and refrigerated areas.
· Ability to wear required PPE, including hairnets, beard nets, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and protective footwear (steel toe with slip resistant soles)
Join DJ’s Boudain and be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering authentic flavors and memorable experiences to our customers. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey with us!
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Food manufacturing: 4 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- HACCP Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
