Plant QA Manager

Ventura Foods

. Plan, coordinate, and direct food safety, quality assurance, and sanitation programs .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,234 - $123,996 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in food safety, quality assurance, and sanitation programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while leading and developing QA teams. Proficient in statistical analysis, problem-solving, and maintaining quality metrics to drive continuous improvement.

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Quality Assurance ManagementFood Safety ComplianceStatistical AnalysisLeadership and Team BuildingPCQI/HACCP Certification

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Hard Skills

Food SafetyQuality AssuranceStatistical AnalysisData AnalysisInternal AuditsGMPsSanitation ProgramsProduct Quality ImprovementPerformance ReviewsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam BuildingCommunicationDecisivenessMotivational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Quality Assurance LaboratoryMicrobiological TestingChemical TestingPhysical TestingSensory Testing

Certifications & Qualifications

PCQI CertificationHACCP Certification

Industry Keywords

Food IndustryManufacturing EnvironmentRegulatory AgenciesCertification BodiesContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, coordinate, and direct food safety, quality assurance, and sanitation programs
Ensure the plant and finished products meet customer, federal, and state regulatory requirements
Implement and maintain Ventura Foods Corporate Quality Assurance policies and procedures
Serve as plant liaison with regulatory agencies, certification bodies, customers, and auditors
Lead QA Supervision and Sanitation staff in a 24-hour facility
Make staffing decisions, provide training and development, conduct performance reviews, coaching sessions, and weekly 1x1 meetings
Maintain and improve product quality through product and compliance audits and consumer complaint investigations
Perform internal facility audits covering GMPs, sanitation, food safety plans, and safety
Ensure preventative measures, corrective actions, and preventive actions are executed, monitored, and reviewed
Measure, track, and trend metrics and key process indicators; report on business plans, 1x1s, and scorecards
Maintain department budgets
Oversee the Quality Assurance Laboratory, including microbiological, chemical, physical, and sensory testing
Coordinate sampling and testing with Production
Oversee the facility Pest Control program
Maintain training matrices and ensure required certifications are held
Review and maintain processing records, regulatory inspections, and reports
Support R&D projects as needed
Follow company policies and safety procedures and report safety, food safety, and quality issues
Work cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science; Food Science or Microbiology degree is a plus and/or equivalent experience is required
Demonstrated increasing responsibility in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in the food or related industry
5+ years experience in the Quality Assurance field desired
3 years supervisory experience desired
Statistical Analysis and Problem Solving Skills (5Why's, Fishbone Diagrams, etc.) strongly recommended
PCQI/HACCP certification a plus
Strong leadership, team building, and motivational skills
Ability to prioritize and be decisive
Strong communication skills
Basic computer skills required
Data analysis is a plus
Must comply with company safety policies and procedures

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth opportunities
Training and development
Safe work environment
Annual bonus (based on the incentive program terms and conditions)