Food SafetyQuality Control Manager

Fresno, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 100 - 140

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

A well-established agriculture company is seeking a Food Safety/Quality Control Manager to join their dynamic team. The Food Safety/Quality Control Manager will be responsible for overseeing implementing and continuously improving the companys food safety and quality systems for fresh fruit operations. This role ensures compliance with FDA USDA FSMA Produce Safety Rule customer specifications and third-party audit standards while driving a strong food safety culture across packing storage and distribution operations. This position is based in Fresno County just outside of the Fresno area.

**Salary (DOE) $100K-$140K Bonus Full Benefits 401K Relocation Assistance (CA only) Vacation and more.**

Job Responsibilities/Requirements:

Food Safety & Compliance

Develop implement and maintain food safety programs including HACCP GMPs SSOPs and FSMA Produce Safety compliance
Ensure compliance with FDA USDA state regulations and customer requirements
Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies third-party auditors and customer audits
Lead and manage audits (PrimusGFS Global G.A.P. SQF or similar) and corrective action follow-up
Oversee environmental monitoring sanitation verification and pathogen prevention programs

Quality Control

Manage incoming in-process and finished product quality inspections
Establish and enforce quality specifications for fresh fruit products
Investigate quality issues customer complaints and non-conformances; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Monitor shelf-life maturity defects and product condition
Cold Chain Management throughout the production process

Team Leadership & Training

Lead train and mentor QC and food safety staff
Conduct food safety GMP and quality training for operations personnel
Promote a strong food safety and quality culture throughout the organization

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate food safety and quality records
Review and approve SOPs policies and procedures
Prepare reports on audit results trends and performance metrics

Continuous Improvement

Identify risks and opportunities for improvement in food safety and quality systems
Support operational efficiency while maintaining compliance and product integrity

Qualifications:

35 years of food safety and quality management experience in fresh produce or fresh fruit operations
Bilingual- English/Spanish (Preferred)
Strong knowledge of FSMA Produce Safety Rule HACCP GMPs and sanitation programs
Experience leading third-party audits and regulatory inspections
Excellent problem-solving communication and leadership skills
HACCP Certification (Preferred)
PCQI certification (Preferred)
Experience with PrimusGFS Global GA SQF or similar audit schemes (Preferred)

Please contact Tami Lister

Required Experience:

Manager