Corporate FSQA Manager
gpac · Elmira, NY · 4 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$90k–$95k/yrFull-time
About the role
gpac is partnered with a growing pet food manufacturer seeking a Corporate Food Safety & Quality Manager to support FSQ initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities. This is a high-visibility corporate role with the opportunity to influence Food Safety & Quality programs, supplier quality, regulatory compliance, data analysis, and continuous improvement across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Analyze FSQ data, trends, and key performance metrics
- Develop dashboards, control charts, and visual reporting tools
- Lead supplier approval, qualification, and audit activities
- Drive initiatives to improve quality and reduce Cost of Quality
- Support FDA/FSMA compliance and regulatory programs
- Utilize CAPA, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, Six Sigma, PDCA, and other quality tools
- Partner with plant and corporate teams to strengthen Food Safety & Quality culture
- Present findings, trends, and recommendations to leadership
- Support FSQ improvement initiatives across multiple facilities
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or related field
- Hands-on food manufacturing experience in a cGMP environment
- Strong knowledge of FDA food regulations
- Experience with FSQ systems, data analysis, and continuous improvement
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Qualifications
- Pet/animal food manufacturing experience
- Multi-site experience
- Supplier auditing experience
- PCQI/FSVP QI certification
- Six Sigma training
- CAPA and Root Cause Analysis expertise
- Statistical quality tools proficiency
Pay
$90K-$95K base salary
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Life & disability insurance
- 401(k) profit sharing + company match
- Paid holidays & vacation