Food Safety Manager

Senior FSQA Manager

Location: Fresno or Bakersfield, CA (Onsite, relocation assistance available)

No sponsorships. Must have Global GAP experience.

My client makes delicious beverages and snacks, very popular with health‑conscious consumers. They are looking for a Sr. FSQA Manager at their Fresno CA plant, to oversee all quality systems. Working onsite, you will be the leader in building a quality food‑safe culture, making decisions and developing food safety and quality goals for the facility.

• Food science or microbiology degree. 5+ years of FSQA leadership experience in beverage, ideally juice.
• $120‑140k base salary plus generous bonus potential. Salary may be higher for the right candidate.
• 401(k)
• PTO & holiday pay
• Relocation assistance available

Key Responsibilities and Goals

• Develop and maintain programs ensuring high‑quality, food‑safe products. Lead HACCP, BRC, allergen safety systems, GMPs, and SPC for process control.
• Manage FS&Q training and food analytical testing procedures. Lead, manage, and develop direct reports in the quality department.
• Track plant KPIs, customer complaints, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Plant Management to operationalize food safety programs.
• Oversee the development of finished goods and raw material specifications.
• Manage customer audits and FSSC document control processes.

Competencies Needed for Success

• B.S. in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field.
• 5+ years managing food safety/quality for beverage manufacturing, ideally juice. Excellent communication & leadership skills.
• Demonstrable expertise with Global GAP, BRC & HACCP, and extensive experience with audits. Certifications preferred.
• Root cause, SPC and lean/six sigma expertise.
• Exceptional technology and quality systems experience.