FSQA Manager
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Job Description
Responsibilities:
Drive continuous improvement in Food Safety and Quality Assurance by supporting bakery team goals and key
performance indicator (KPI) achievement.
Set challenging reasonable performance expectations for microbiological performance foreign material
control regulatory compliance and Food Safety Plan programs.
Responsible for the selection motivation and development of food safety and quality assurance personnel to
ensure all positions are effectively staffed and managed. Reviews progress with Human Resources on an
ongoing basis. Conducts timely formal performance evaluations for all direct reports in addition to
recommending developmental training.
Responsible for implementing and improving standardized food safety and quality assurance policies including
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Hazard Analysis and Risk Based Preventive Controls (HARPC)
Integrated Management System (AIMS) maintaining food safety and quality documentation in ETQ and
creating improvement strategies for the business.
Responsible for clearly identifying and communicating Quality and Food Safety objectives to the bakery
management and operations teams.
Responsible for providing training as needed to bakery and Central Service personnel on quality foods safety
and basic food hygiene practices
Responsible for reviewing the effective completion of root cause analysis and corrective actions to all nonconformances at bakery level and non-conformances communicated by customers.
Responsible for supporting bakery management teams in resolving food safety and quality nonconformities and
implementing effective root cause analysis and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Responsible for verifying the completion of on-going finished product sensory evaluation reviews and
identifying quality opportunities for improvement to bakery teams.
Responsible for completion of independent food safety GMP and bakery hygiene gap assessments in the
bakery distribution centers and supplier locations as needed.
Monitoring and oversight of bakery FSQA budgets working in tandem with bakery controller(s).
Provide support in preparation for and leading as needed during customer and third party audits.
Responsible for providing support and direction to bakeries in the implementation of AIMS programs and ETQ
compliance platform.
Responsible for verifying completion of bakery(s) FSQA Compliance Calendar(s).
Responsible for supporting the up-dating and the continuous review of existing Food Safety Plans to
incorporate current GMP practices prerequisite programs Process Preventive Controls Allergen Preventive
Controls Sanitation Preventive Controls and Supply Chain Applied Controls.
Responsible for supporting bakery Food Safety (HARPC) team in the evaluation and implementation of
appropriate controls for biological chemical (including radiological and allergens) physical and economically
motivated hazards to our foods. This should also include consideration for the development of defect action
limits hygienic zoning and adequate by-product controls.
Responsible for the effective implementation and adherence to the Bakeries Recall and Traceability
Program.
Responsible for understanding all applicable food regulations (international national state and local) leading
bakery teams in meeting regulations and effectively interacting with regulatory personnel.
Responsible for understanding implementation of and leading the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI)
Standard (e.g. BRC). Assisting bakery locations in recertification and overseeing bakery preparations for
customer and third party audits.
Routinely interfaces with key customers to preserve and enhance the image of the company as a competent
supplier of quality foods exceeding their expectations.
Responsible for assuring the bakery team effectively investigate customer/consumer complaints using root
cause analysis corrective actions and preventive measures and responding to complaints in the required
timeframe and analysing complaint trends for continuous improvement.
Supports new food development to ensure appropriate controls and inspections are in place for the successful
launch of new foods (e.g. sampling sensory process controls SPC visual aid guides spec development).
Additional duties as required assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology Chemistry Food Technology or Food Science preferred or
sufficient experience in the food industry to cover the technical skills needed.
Minimum of 5 years comprehensive food processing food safety and quality experience with an extensive
background in manufacturing food industry HACCP USDA or FDA preferred
Training in HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points).
Certified in a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standard such as BRC or SQF
Previous experience with GFSI BRC SQF and/or USDA audits desirable.
Understanding of microbiology aseptic sampling methods and interpretation
Knowledge of food hygiene hygienic zoning cGMPs and environmental monitoring.
Good writing statistics (SPC and charting) analytical and critical thinking skills
Proficient in computers including spreadsheets statistical programs and SAP applications
Salary Range: $93000-$115000
Benefits Designed with You in Mind
comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness:
Medical dental and vision coverage
Company-paid life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits
Work-Life Balance:
Paid parental leave
Paid time off and holidays
Financial Security:
Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Continuous Growth:
Tuition reimbursement program
Flexible Spending:
HSA and FSA options
Performance-Based Rewards:
We value your hard work and dedication. Thats why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to
your role:
Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP): Recognizing individual and team achievements.
Sales Incentive Plan (SIP): Rewarding excellence in sales performance.
Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP):
Employment Type
Full Time
