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Food Quality Assurance Manager

Etai's Food Inc
Denver, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/6/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Etai’s Food is a leading fresh to market Sandwiches, salads and ready to eat food. Our products are sold to retailers in the Colorado front range. We are launching a new vegan line which will be sold to local retailers.

We are looking for an experienced FSQ Manager to oversee the QA / Food Safety function for our plant located in North Denver.

Your responsibilities :

  • Manages HACCP based Food Safety and Quality systems to ensure compliance with FDA FSMA and DOD regulatory requirements.
  • Responsible for conducting investigations into process related deviations, management of the QA change control process, SOP preparation / revisions, and GMP training programs.
  • Develop detailed work instructions to ensure consistency in product formulation and make certain that employee safety and food quality practices are incorporated in all production activities.
  • Review, update, and create quality programs and policies in coordination with the Plant Manager.
  • Review relevant GMP documents for compliance to company SOPs, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage supply chain controls through supplier approval and supplier monitoring programs.
  • Work with Procurement and R&D to develop and approve new raw material sources.
  • Assists the Production Managers in onboarding, training, and developing Team Members.
  • Supports regulatory / customer / 3rd -party inspectors to ensure the facility, equipment and operations meet or exceed all regulatory food safety and quality requirements.
  • Provide leadership and oversight for the Quality Assurance team members who ensure programs are working, procedures are followed, monitor product quality, and enforce Food Safety Practices.
  • Lead the addressing of all regulatory official requests including leading plant inspections.
  • Identify non-conforming products and lead decision making process for disposition of those products based on the risk to food safety and quality.
  • As needed by R&D, conduct shelf-life studies on finished goods.
  • Create and revise product specifications including ingredient statement and nutrition facts for new and reformulated products.
  • Other tasks as required by supervisor.

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate degree in Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Nutrition, or related field, required. Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 5 years of related experience. Must have a minimum of 3 years in a management position.
  • QA experience within Food manufacturing environment both with raw and ready to eat finished product. Knowledge of FDA Regulations.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control principles and analysis techniques to maximize the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Critical thinking and decision-making skills to consider and identify the strengths and weakness of alternative solutions and chose the most appropriate course of action.
  • Bi-lingual is a plus.
  • CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • Must have or complete HACCP certification program within 3 months of hire.
  • Must have or complete PCQI training within 3 months of hire.
  • Pay range : $70,000.00 to $95,000.00

    Compensation is based on level of experience, other relevant experience, and requirements of the position. The range provided serves only as a guideline and does not automatically qualify all candidates (internal or external) for the high end of the range.

    Job Type : Full-time

    Benefits : 401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Employee discount

    Health insurance

    Life insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Schedule : 8 hour shift

    Denver, CO 80221 : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience :

    QA / QC : 5 years (Required)

    Management : 3 years (Required)

    Work Location : In person

    Closing Date : 02 / 25 / 2025

    Salary : $70,000 - $95,000

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