Director of Food Safety & Quality Assurance

About Us Atomic is a venture studio that builds companies from scratch. We’re a team of seasoned entrepreneurs and operators who have built and scaled some of the most successful startups in the world. We specialize in creating disruptive businesses that solve real problems for e-commerce brands.

About the Role

We’re a fast-growing pet‑food brand in Stealth Mode scaling rapidly and we’re looking for a Director of Food Safety & Quality Assurance who can lead our quality and food safety efforts across a network of third‑party manufacturers and suppliers .

This isn’t a plant‑based QA role — it’s a strategic, hands‑on position for someone who knows how to manage co‑manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, contract packers, and build out product AAFCO Compliance to ensure world‑class food safety and consistent product quality at scale.

You’ll build our required and best‑practice internal food safety programs from the ground up (HACCP, GMPs, supplier approval, etc.), lead audits and compliance reviews across our external partners, and oversee end‑to‑end quality from sourcing through production to finished goods.

If you thrive in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments and love the challenge of driving quality across multiple facilities and partners — this role is for you.

Build and Own Our Food Safety System

• Design and document policies and SOPs that ensure compliance across external manufacturing and supply partners.
• Develop and implement HACCP , GMP , Allergen Control , Sanitation , and Recall programs tailored for co‑manufacturing and multi‑site operations, developing a standard for our brand while leveraging programs in place at third parties where applicable.
• Align programs with FDA , USDA , and FSMA requirements for our product portfolio (frozen foods, sauces, and ready‑to‑eat items).
• Knowledge of Pet Food and AAFCO a very strong plus.
• Partner closely with external QA and Operations teams at third party partners to validate processes and maintain food safety controls.
• Bring and further build knowledge on regulatory requirements within the Pet space.

Audit and Compliance Oversight

Quality Leadership Across Partners

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

What You’ll Bring

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.

Atomic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.

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