What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Manager position at Doherty Staffing Solutions?
Job Title: Quality Manager
Location: Long Prairie, MN
Compensation: $90,000-110,000 yearly
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-time
About the Opportunity
Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Quality Assurance Manager or Supervisor for a food production/manufacturing company in Long Prairie, MN. In this role, you’ll lead plant-wide quality initiatives, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, and help build a culture focused on continuous improvement and product excellence. If you enjoy leadership roles, working cross-functionally, and driving quality standards, this could be a great fit. Read below for more information!
What You’ll Do as a Quality Manager:
- Lead food safety and quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards
- Oversee and implement SQF, GMP, and SOP programs across production and packaging operations
- Monitor quality performance and partner with production leaders to drive continuous improvement
- Lead internal, customer, and regulatory audits and ensure corrective actions are completed
- Develop and train employees to build plant-wide quality awareness and accountability
- Investigate and resolve quality issues while recommending process improvements
What You Need to Bring to the Quality Manager Role:
- 5 years of experience leading SQF or similar food safety programs (preferred)
- 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing, including food production or packaging
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field preferred
- Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (GFSI, SQF, GMPs, food safety requirements)
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
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Ready to Apply?
Click “Apply Now” to complete a quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Quality Manager role please contact our recruiter at 952-715-5043.
This company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including customizable medical, dental, and vision plans, life and disability coverage, and a 401(k) with an excellent company match. Additional perks include generous paid time off with holidays, earned sick and safe time, career development opportunities, and a supportive, well-equipped work environment that emphasizes employee appreciation and work-life balance.
Salary : $90,000 - $110,000