Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager

About UsDesi Fresh Foods is a leading "cultured" dairy manufacturer with over 23 years of experience. We produce high-quality and consistent products, which include yogurt (Dahi or Indian, Greek and traditional), smoothies / yogurt drinks, sour cream, and dips from single serve options to food service side. We are currently seeking a skilled Facility Porter to join our team and contribute to the ongoing success of our facility in Frederick Country, Virginia!About the RoleThe Quality Assurance (QA) Manager is responsible for maintaining Food Safety and Quality Assurance Management Systems to support manufacturing of wholesome and quality food. QA Manager serves as SQF Practitioner, maintains, and implements Policies and Procedures in accordance with SQF code.ResponsibilitiesImplement corrective actions and preventative measures related to food safety and food non-conformities

Supervise one QA Technician

Implement developed policies and procedures

Conduct documentation and records daily verification

Implement cleaning, housekeeping activities, and master sanitation schedule

Responsible for investigating food safety and quality related incidents discovered through customer complaints and reported by Production personnel

Responsible for Pest Control Program

Implement Microbiological Program

Conducts Internal Monthly Audit

Responsible for Foreign Material Program

Manage Product Specification & compliance with labeling

Maintains Company Food Safety and Quality Training in new hires

Conduct pro-op inspections and operational inspections

Collects Finished product weights to make sure they are complaint

Monitor Coolers Temperature

Conduct Verification throughout the day to make sure GMP's are being followed

Responsible for implementation of Maintenance documents

Leads Customers Audits/ and any other 3rd party Audits

Respond to customers' requests in a promptly matter

Lead inspections from the Agriculture Department

Responsible for sampling product to the State of Agriculture

Responsible for approving new ingredients and packaging

Support product development and launch

Qualifications ​​​Must have at least 5 years quality experience in food manufacturing environment (dairy preferred), knowledge of FDA, and Experience with 3rd party food safety audits

Food Safety Certificates: HACCP, SQF Practitioner, PCQI

Maintain a positive work environment

Understanding of regulatory guidelines

Must be bilingual English/Spanish

Training in Farmingdale, NY may be required for up to 4 - 6 weeksOur competitive compensation package includes:Medical health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation time off

Sick leave

Holiday time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

PandoLogic. Keywords: Quality Control / Quality Assurance Technician, Location: Stephenson, VA - 22656 , PL: 595008640