Sr. Manager, FSQA

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) to join our team at our Swedesboro bakery. In this role, you will lead enterprise food safety and quality programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, protecting brand integrity, and driving a strong food safety culture across one or multiple bakery operations.

Shift & Schedule

Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Weekend Availability: Required

Compensation

Salary Range: $120,000 – $150,000 annually

Core Accountabilities

• Lead and govern food safety and quality programs to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Own and maintain GFSI/BRCGS certification, audit readiness, customer audits, and third-party inspections
• Drive continuous improvement using FSQA KPIs, environmental monitoring, microbiological trends, and corrective actions
• Develop and sustain Food Safety Plans, including HARPC, GMPs, allergen controls, sanitation, and preventive controls
• Champion a strong food safety culture through engagement, education, accountability, and SIFIRI practices
• Build, lead, and develop high-performing FSQA teams through coaching, staffing, and performance management
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, R&D, Customers, Regulatory Agencies, and Suppliers to elevate food safety outcomes

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Technology, or related discipline
• 10+ years of food manufacturing or quality experience, including multi-site leadership
• 5+ years of comprehensive food safety experience in a manufacturing environment
• Extensive hands-on experience with HACCP, HARPC, GMPs, and FDA and/or USDA regulations
• PCQI certification
• Strong statistical analysis, interpretation, and reporting skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• HACCP certification (FDA or USDA)
• GFSI certification (BRCGS preferred)
• Experience leading BRC, GFSI, FDA, or USDA audits
• Experience supporting organic, non-GMO, kosher, and halal certifications
• Proven success leading environmental monitoring and pathogen control programs