Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager Job at Talnt, Milton, VT

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  • Talnt
  • Milton, VT

Job Description

About the Role
The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of food safety, regulatory compliance, and product quality within a food manufacturing environment. This role ensures that the facility maintains full compliance with SQF certification standards, FDA/USDA regulations, and internal quality systems. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a hands-on approach to managing food safety programs and maintaining third-party certifications such as SQF, HACCP, and FSMA.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and oversee all food safety and quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other regulatory standards
  • Lead internal audits and inspections, including GMPs, pre-operational checks, and Food Defense evaluations
  • Prepare for and lead third-party audits and regulatory inspections for SQF, Organic, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO, and other certifications
  • Develop, implement, and update key documentation such as Food Safety Plans, SOPs, HACCP plans, GMPs, and prerequisite programs
  • Conduct validation and verification activities to ensure food safety systems are functioning effectively
  • Investigate and resolve food safety or quality issues, including customer complaints and supplier non-conformances
  • Monitor and maintain documentation for production records, batch logs, and quality forms
  • Manage compliance and certification for Kosher, Organic, Gluten-Free, and Non-GMO product lines
  • Communicate updates in food safety legislation and regulatory changes to internal teams
  • Promote and maintain a strong food safety culture across all departments
  • Perform routine testing of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods
  • Support cross-functional teams in continuous improvement of food safety and quality programs
  • Execute additional QA/QC-related duties as needed

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in food safety or quality assurance within an FDA- or USDA-regulated food manufacturing environment
  • SQF Practitioner certification and experience leading SQF programs
  • HACCP and PCQI certifications required
  • Strong knowledge of FSMA, GFSI, and food manufacturing best practices
  • Experience conducting internal audits and preparing for external audits
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management systems
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and documentation skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience managing certifications such as Kosher, Organic, Gluten-Free, and Non-GMO
  • Familiarity with laboratory testing in a food production setting
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster food safety culture
  • Valid drivers license and ability to travel as needed for audits or vendor visits

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