What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Manager position at Alpha Executive Search?
A fast-growing food manufacturer is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead all quality and food safety programs. This leader will oversee compliance, team development, process improvement, and audit readiness.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead quality assurance and food safety activities
• Manage and develop the QA team and QA Supervisor
• Ensure compliance with FDA, SQF, OSHA, GMP, and HACCP standards
• Oversee audits, sanitation programs, and regulatory documentation
• Investigate customer complaints and corrective actions
• Manage vendor quality and incoming material inspections
• Partner with Production, R&D, and Purchasing to improve processes
• Maintain the SQF system and ensure audit readiness
• Support ERP and SAP functions within the QA department
What You Bring
• 5–10 years of QA or food safety experience in food or beverage manufacturing
• Strong understanding of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, OSHA, and regulatory audits
• Experience with FDA, USDA, Kosher, Halal, and third-party certifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field; SQF Practitioner
• ERP experience, SAP preferred
• Spices manufacturing experience is a plus
• Strong communication, leadership, and continuous improvement mindset