Job Description
We’re Hiring: FSQA Manager | Stockton, CA
Salary: $93,000–$115,000
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K
Are you an experienced FSQA professional looking to make a significant impact in bakery operations? We’re seeking a dedicated Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager to lead our food safety and quality programs and drive excellence across our bakery.
In this role, you will:
- Champion food safety and quality strategies, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards.
- Lead and develop a talented FSQA team—driving performance, fostering a strong food safety culture, and supporting ongoing growth.
- Oversee GMPs, HARPC, and all FSQA documentation using the ETQ platform.
- Provide robust food safety and hygiene training to bakery and central services teams.
- Conduct root cause analyses and drive continuous improvement to address non-conformances and elevate product quality.
- Support third-party audits, regulatory inspections, customer visits, and GFSI (e.g., BRC) recertifications.
- Evaluate preventive controls for physical, chemical, biological, and allergen risks.
- Ensure traceability and recall programs are comprehensive and audit-ready.
- Partner with R&D and production teams on new product launches, ensuring quality is maintained from development through production.
- Conduct FSQA compliance assessments in bakeries and distribution centers.
What we’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- At least 5 years of experience in food manufacturing—experience in bakery operations is preferred.
- HACCP certification required; BRC or SQF certification is a plus.
- Familiarity with GFSI standards and USDA/FDA regulatory requirements.
- Strong foundation in microbiology, environmental monitoring, and GMPs.
- Skilled in analytical thinking, documentation, and root cause analysis.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, and statistical tools.
If you’re passionate about building a strong food safety culture and driving quality improvements in every product, we’d love to hear from you.
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