Quality & Food Safety Supervisor

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the QFS Sr. Manager, the QFS Supervisor will oversee quality control activities, ensuring tasks are adequately performed to ofi, customer and regulatory food safety and quality standards within an ambient warehouse setting. They will be responsible for communication, data collection, and specialized tasks to enhance food safety throughout the facility. The QFS Supervisor will also verify compliance with company food safety and hygiene protocol. Non-compliance discovered in any of these areas is to be communicated to the Warehouse Sr. Manager, Quality Manager, and/or Director of Food Safety and Quality.

The ideal candidate will be for this position will have some understanding of food laws and regulations. They should have advanced risk assessment skills and be comfortable performing and leading root cause analysis and complaint trend analysis.

Position Responsibilities

• Inspect the warehouse in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) guidelines and ofi’ s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform thorough visual and physical inspections of incoming shipments (ingredients, packaging, finished goods) to verify quality, condition, packaging integrity, labeling accuracy, and compliance to specifications.
• Understand the requirements for testing protocols for all inbound raw materials.
• Hygienically collect samples of ingredients according to Olde Thompson standards and prepare third party chain of custody documents. Ship samples to the approved third-party laboratory.
• Maintain organized, detailed records of incoming samples and review third party laboratory results for non-compliances.
• Conduct daily, weekly, or monthly workplace inspections and internal audits.
• Review receiving documents such as BOL, trailer inspection, and COAs.
• Support product traceability and mock recall coordination.
• Complete SCAR report when ingredients and packaging materials are non-conforming
• Support internal audits, third party (GFSI/GMP), regulatory and customer audits by preparing documentation and leading or assisting during visits.
• Identify potential food safety hazards and recommend preventive measures to supervisors. Generate and communicate product safety and quality reports to management.
• Interface with Lemoore and Oxnard, CA production facility QFS personnel to maintain company expectations which are consistent between the facilities and support One ofi.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to comply with Food Safety Modernization Act, Corporate Policies and Safety Quality Food (SQF) regulations as they relate to warehouse requirements.
• Oversee pest control activities and system at the Shafter facility. Maintain a working relationship with the third-party pest control operator and report non-conformances and/or pest sightings to management and the PCO.
• Coordinate and conduct quality, food safety and safety training as needed with all warehouse personnel.
• Conduct daily, weekly, or monthly workplace inspections and internal audits.
• Collaborate with warehouse personnel on quality and safety issues and develop best practices in alignment of Corporate Quality and Safety policies and procedures.
• Review receiving documents such as BOL, trailer inspection, and COAs.
• Compare microbiological results between received testing results and internal specifications. Analyze test results for precision and accuracy.
• Understand the requirements for testing protocols for all inbound raw materials.
• Support Sanitation activities within the warehouse and provide training to employees with responsibility to complete sanitation related tasks. Review Sanitation records for completeness and identify new or additional tasks to support the overall cleanliness of the warehouse.
• Oversee allergen and identity preserved management for sampling and storage.
• Generate and communicate product safety and quality reports.
• Maintain supply inventory for QA related functions.
• Follow all company safety protocols, including wearing appropriate PPE and maintaining sanitary work practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Minimum education required: High School diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Food Science, Chemistry, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum years of experience required: Four (4) years’ experience in Food Industry with two (2) years’ supervisory or lead experience is required.
• Preventive Controls Qualified Individual certification preferred.
• Be able to communicate with multiple departments to complete daily tasks.
• Forklift driving experience for inbound and outbound trucks preferred but not required.
• Flexibility to work overtime or weekends is required.
• Thorough knowledge of good sanitation practices and good manufacturing practices is required.
• High level of competency with manufacturing, inventory, and traceability system.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products is required.
• Food Safety Modernization Act - Preventive Controls Qualified Individual training course certified is preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and communicate with internal customers is required.
• Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point certification is preferred.
• Bilingual: English and Spanish is preferred.
  
  

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive & competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. A Rewarding Career Awaits!

The pay for this role ranges from $74,000 - $98,000 annually and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Performance-based Bonuses: Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family.

Family Support: Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave – Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth & Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.
  
  

At ofi, we don’t just offer jobs—we provide careers built on impact, inclusion, and innovation. Come grow with us!

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected]

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.