FSQA Supervisor

Food Safety Quality Assurance Supervisor

Join the TEAM at Western Smokehouse Partners!

We’re more than just a leader in the better-for-you meat snack industry-we’re a team driven by quality, innovation and a passion for great meat sticks and jerky. With seven facilities across four states, we’re setting the standard in excellence for our co-manufacturing and private label customers. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for highly motivated individuals who want to be part of an industry-leading company that values contribution, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We are currently looking for a Food Safety Quality Assurance Supervisor to join our Springfield, Illinois plant. This position will lead the Food Safety charge as we complete a large-scale expansion and position ourselves for substantial growth!

Essential Duties:

• Coordinates quality assurance activities (e.g., audits, training, purchasing, etc.)
• Monitors and verifies the HACCP plan's CCPs adhering to policy and procedure
• Conduct GMP and sanitation audits of operations and warehouse areas
• Works with operations personnel on quality and safety issues
• Places product on hold, release or disposition as necessary while adhering to policy and procedure
• Evaluates damaged products
• Work with the FSQA Director to establish the SQF program
• Develop and further FDA compliance guidelines
• Calibration of equipment, validation, verification of food safety systems
• Ensure proper sanitation procedures are being followed to produce safe quality food

Job Requirements

• • High school or equivalent degree required; a 4 year bachelor's degree is preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in a quality assurance management or supervision role, preferably in the food processing industry. Experience may be used as a substitute for education
  • Complete understanding of Food Safety Guidelines/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safe practices and procedures
  • Understanding of HACCP Plans
  • Understanding of government regulations (FDA, USDA)
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize and manage tasks