Kinsa Group
Kinsa Is recruiting for a : Quality Assurance Manager
(Food Manufacturing)
Location : Houston, Texas
Summary: Our client provides refrigerated fresh foods in retail stores, universities and corporate offices nationwide for over 20 years. The Quality Assurance Manager will lead the company's efforts to uphold the highest standards of food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. In this role, you will guide audits, manage supplier performance, and develop training programs that build robust food safety culture across all teams.
Compensation/Benefits
:
115-125K Bonus Medical, Dental, Vision 401k w/match Responsibilities:
Lead communication channels for specific client groups to ensure food safety and regulatory compliance Effectively articulate and present the company's food safety and quality strategy as it relates to senior management, regulatory bodies, and customers Proactively maintain strong relationships with retail clients, regulatory agencies, and vendor & supplier community Provide leadership for food safety initiatives, guaranteeing adherence to all local, state, and federal laws and regulations throughout retail, manufacturing, and supply chain operations Leverage problem-solving expertise to investigate issues, determine root causes, and lead the implementation of sustainable improvements across multiple teams. Review trending QA findings, identify root cause, and take action to resolve issues to prevent recurrence Conduct routine audits at offsite locations including retail locations, 3rd party suppliers, warehouses, or other relevant locations Ensure supervisors and chefs are trained, compliant, and consistent with food safety regulations, internal policies, and standardized inspection practices Support new product innovation, providing technical knowledge of supplier process capabilities and provide suggestions or alternatives that advance business needs Collaborate with the operations team on food safety planning for new store openings, including facility inspections, equipment setup, and team training Proactively develop and provide scientifically sound recommendations that drive innovation to enhance existing programs Lead and support internal teams to foster a strong, company-wide food safety culture. Lead Quality Assurance efforts for all private brand activities, collaborating with R&D and Procurement on supplier facility assessments, QMS, GFSI, and sustainability approvals. Manage suppliers and ingredients, ensuring labeling and weight compliance. Ensure compliance and maintenance of Quality Manufacturing System (QMS) Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or equivalent 7+ years of experience in quality assurance, food safety, and regulatory compliance in the food industry. Thorough understanding of HACCP principles. Proficient in retail and manufacturing food safety and sanitation practices Utilize regulatory knowledge and direct experience with USDA, FSMA-FDA, NOP, GFSI and related regulations relevant to fresh and ready to eat food Proven expertise in leading and managing complex, cross-departmental projects from inception through successful deployment, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints Ability to convey complex information in a clear, accessible manner, tailoring communication for executives, non-technical staff, and multicultural audiences to maximize understanding and impact Thorough understanding of HACCP principles. Proficient in retail and manufacturing food safety and sanitation practices
Referrals are our best source for the top talent our clients need so if you know of anyone with these skills in the food and beverage industry, please pass me their name and email/phone number, or share this job posting with them. Kinsa pays referral bonuses if someone you refer gets hired by our client! Check out our other food and beverage industry career opportunities at https://kinsa.com/food-beverage-industry-jobs/#!/
Recruiter Information: Dave Rothe daver@kinsa.com
(Food Manufacturing)
Location : Houston, Texas
Summary: Our client provides refrigerated fresh foods in retail stores, universities and corporate offices nationwide for over 20 years. The Quality Assurance Manager will lead the company's efforts to uphold the highest standards of food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. In this role, you will guide audits, manage supplier performance, and develop training programs that build robust food safety culture across all teams.
Compensation/Benefits
:
115-125K Bonus Medical, Dental, Vision 401k w/match Responsibilities:
Lead communication channels for specific client groups to ensure food safety and regulatory compliance Effectively articulate and present the company's food safety and quality strategy as it relates to senior management, regulatory bodies, and customers Proactively maintain strong relationships with retail clients, regulatory agencies, and vendor & supplier community Provide leadership for food safety initiatives, guaranteeing adherence to all local, state, and federal laws and regulations throughout retail, manufacturing, and supply chain operations Leverage problem-solving expertise to investigate issues, determine root causes, and lead the implementation of sustainable improvements across multiple teams. Review trending QA findings, identify root cause, and take action to resolve issues to prevent recurrence Conduct routine audits at offsite locations including retail locations, 3rd party suppliers, warehouses, or other relevant locations Ensure supervisors and chefs are trained, compliant, and consistent with food safety regulations, internal policies, and standardized inspection practices Support new product innovation, providing technical knowledge of supplier process capabilities and provide suggestions or alternatives that advance business needs Collaborate with the operations team on food safety planning for new store openings, including facility inspections, equipment setup, and team training Proactively develop and provide scientifically sound recommendations that drive innovation to enhance existing programs Lead and support internal teams to foster a strong, company-wide food safety culture. Lead Quality Assurance efforts for all private brand activities, collaborating with R&D and Procurement on supplier facility assessments, QMS, GFSI, and sustainability approvals. Manage suppliers and ingredients, ensuring labeling and weight compliance. Ensure compliance and maintenance of Quality Manufacturing System (QMS) Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or equivalent 7+ years of experience in quality assurance, food safety, and regulatory compliance in the food industry. Thorough understanding of HACCP principles. Proficient in retail and manufacturing food safety and sanitation practices Utilize regulatory knowledge and direct experience with USDA, FSMA-FDA, NOP, GFSI and related regulations relevant to fresh and ready to eat food Proven expertise in leading and managing complex, cross-departmental projects from inception through successful deployment, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints Ability to convey complex information in a clear, accessible manner, tailoring communication for executives, non-technical staff, and multicultural audiences to maximize understanding and impact Thorough understanding of HACCP principles. Proficient in retail and manufacturing food safety and sanitation practices
Referrals are our best source for the top talent our clients need so if you know of anyone with these skills in the food and beverage industry, please pass me their name and email/phone number, or share this job posting with them. Kinsa pays referral bonuses if someone you refer gets hired by our client! Check out our other food and beverage industry career opportunities at https://kinsa.com/food-beverage-industry-jobs/#!/
Recruiter Information: Dave Rothe daver@kinsa.com