Quality Assurance Manager

Quality Assurance Manager (Food)
Location: Mobile, AL

Compensation: Competitive salary + excellent benefits

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field (Master’s preferred)

• 10+ years in the food industry, including 5+ years in a quality management role

• Deep knowledge of FDA, USDA, FSMA, HACCP, and GFSI compliance

• Certified Internal Auditor with hands-on auditing experience

• Proven leadership in managing QA, Sanitation, and Food Safety teams

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Experience preparing for and leading regulatory and third-party audits

About the Role

We’re seeking a results-driven Quality Assurance Manager to lead all aspects of quality and food safety at our Mobile, AL manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Director of Quality Assurance & Food Safety, this position ensures the highest standards of product quality, sanitation, and regulatory compliance, while fostering a proactive culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all plant quality and food safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and company standards.

• Partner with plant leadership to promote accountability and engagement in QA and GMP programs.

• Oversee daily lab, sanitation, and QA operations, ensuring testing accuracy and documentation integrity.

• Manage internal and external audits, including GFSI, BRC, AIB, USDA, and FDA inspections.

• Develop and implement HACCP and FSMA-based preventive control programs.

• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality deviations or customer complaints.

• Monitor performance metrics (MBOs, KPIs) and manage departmental budgets.

• Lead and mentor QA and Sanitation teams to achieve high performance and continuous professional growth.

• Maintain readiness for audits and inspections, ensuring compliance documentation is always up to date.

Leadership Behaviors

• Acts with ownership and accountability for results.

• Builds strong cross-functional relationships and drives collaboration.

• Inspires others with energy, integrity, and a focus on excellence.

• Promotes innovation and continuous improvement across all operations.

Additional Details

Work Environment: Combination of office and food manufacturing settings. Exposure to temperature extremes and allergens.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 15 lbs and perform extended computer-based work.
Travel: Up to 10%.

If you’re an experienced quality leader ready to make an impact in a dynamic food manufacturing environment, we invite you to apply today.