Job Description

As an FSQA Supervisor you'll play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. You’ll

lead a team of FSQA Technicians, oversee compliance with regulatory and customer requirements, and drive

continuous improvement initiatives to maintain excellence in our bakery operations. If you're a detail-oriented

leader with a passion for food safety and quality, apply today to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced

environment!

Accountabilities:

Accountable for meeting all applicable food regulations; international, national, state, and local. Examples

include Food and Drug, local health department inspections, weights and measure inspections, and Preventive

Controls.

Accountable for complying with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards in which the bakery location

participates in (i.e. BRC, SQF).

Accountable for documentation control, and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) including

procedures, records, good manufacturing practices (GMPs), and Food Safety Plan.

Works with the operations team to maintain the safety, legality and regulatory requirements of each food and

the processes used in their bakery location.

Works with other support departments to improve bakery performance (e.g. maintenance, sanitation,

warehouse, operations).

Understands the Critical to Quality Control Points (CTQCP) of the products manufactured, to drive operational

performance and effectively to deliver right the first time quality and mission zero based on finished product

specifications.

Accountable for understanding, and implementing customer requirements.

Supports the bakery team to reduce customer/consumer complaints for foods manufactured on site using root

cause analysis, corrective actions and preventive measures.

Responsible for the day to day management of the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technicians, including

training and development of the team and clear identification of objectives to meet the bakery needs.

Collaborating with the FSQA Manager on establishing a talent training and skills matrix with clear planning and

development for the FSQA technicians.

Trained as backup for FSQA Manager as technical representative for regulatory, customer and third-party

audits.

Accountable for assuring materials are received from approved suppliers and conducts raw material supplier

performance monitoring based on specifications.

Able to quickly and thoroughly investigate a product/process failure, determine the root cause and take prompt

corrective actions while minimizing product exposure and production down time (e.g. foreign material

investigations).

Able to identify opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will enhance department effectiveness.

Manage relationships with intra- and inter- departmental colleagues and suppliers to ensure achievement of

departmental and company-wide targets.

Responsible for other supervisory activities including, but not limited to, labor budget management,

performance evaluation, hiring, discipline, coaching, training and development and termination

recommendation.

Accountable to department key performance indicators (KPI’s).

Trained in the Environmental Monitoring Program and swabbing techniques.

Actively leads and participates in the food safety culture of the bakery, with clear understanding of SIFIRI (See

It, Fix It, Report It) program. Includes regular communication, education, events and employee recognition

programs.

Exemplifies a safe and healthy work environment and to conduct activities in a safe and health manner,

reporting unsafe conditions to their direct report and bakery director.

Other duties may be assigned and FSQA Manager is expected to effectively manage and execute changes.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree or sufficient experience in the food industry is required.

3 years food industry manufacturing or quality experience including supervisory experience is required.

Minimum of 3 - 5 years comprehensive food processing, food safety and quality experience with an extensive

background in manufacturing food industry, HARPc, USDA, or FDA, preferred.

Previous experience with GFSI, BRC, SQF and/or USDA audits desirable.

Training in HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points) preferred

Trained as a PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) preferred

Good writing, analytical, and critical thinking skills

Detail oriented, and possess strong computer skills

Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000

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