Longhini Sausage Company Inc
Now Hiring: Quality Assurance (QA) Manager
Location:
New Haven, CT Company:
Longhini Sausage - A Village Gourmet Brand Schedule:
Full-time, On-site
Compensation:
$95,000 - $120,000 Annually (based on skills and experience). Bonus Program Eligibility. About Village Gourmet
At
Village Gourmet , we bring together America's favorite specialty food brands-like Longhini Sausage, 3 Little Pigs, Fabrique Délices, Uncle Charley's, and Esposito's-to celebrate craftsmanship, quality, and flavor.
For more than 70 years,
Longhini Sausage
has been a New Haven tradition, producing authentic Italian sausage and premium meats with time-honored recipes and uncompromising standards. Today, we're blending tradition with innovation to bring excellence to every bite. The Opportunity
We're seeking a
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager
to lead food safety, quality assurance, and compliance programs at our New Haven facility. This is a key leadership role responsible for maintaining our
Quality Management System (QMS) , ensuring
USDA compliance , and driving a proactive
food safety culture
throughout the plant.
The QA Manager will lead and mentor a small team of QA professionals, manage audits, resolve customer complaints, and partner with operations to continuously improve product quality and consistency. What You'll Do Lead and develop the QA and sanitation teams, ensuring clarity, accountability, and engagement. Oversee the plant's
Quality Management System (QMS)
in alignment with HACCP, GMP, SSOP, and USDA/FDA requirements. Serve as the primary contact for
regulatory inspections, customer audits, and third-party audits . Investigate and resolve
customer complaints
using root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions. Oversee daily QA functions such as pre-op inspections, product testing, labeling verification, and traceability. Track and report
key performance indicators (KPIs)
related to quality, audits, and customer feedback. Foster a culture of food safety and continuous improvement throughout all departments. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in
Food Science, Microbiology , or a related field preferred. 5+ years
of QA experience in food manufacturing, with
2+ years
in a supervisory or management role. Hands-on experience in
USDA-regulated environments
required. Strong working knowledge of
HACCP, GMP, SSOP, and food safety systems . Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Experience with Microsoft Office and quality/traceability software systems. Work Schedule & Environment Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; flexibility for audits, inspections, or urgent quality matters. Location:
On-site at Longhini Sausage in New Haven, CT. Frequent time on the production floor; occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs.); exposure to refrigerated and food manufacturing conditions. Why You'll Love Working Here
At Village Gourmet, our culture is grounded in five core values: It Takes a Village - Teamwork makes us stronger. Always a Way - We solve problems with creativity and persistence. Count on Me - Reliability is our promise. Dream Big - We grow through innovation. Customer First - We deliver excellence to every customer, every day.
We offer competitive compensation, full benefits, and the opportunity to make an impact in a growing, values-driven company. Ready to Lead Quality at Longhini?
If you're passionate about food safety, quality excellence, and leading teams that make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today
and help us keep our legacy of quality-and flavor-strong for generations to come.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Location:
New Haven, CT Company:
Longhini Sausage - A Village Gourmet Brand Schedule:
Full-time, On-site
Compensation:
$95,000 - $120,000 Annually (based on skills and experience). Bonus Program Eligibility. About Village Gourmet
At
Village Gourmet , we bring together America's favorite specialty food brands-like Longhini Sausage, 3 Little Pigs, Fabrique Délices, Uncle Charley's, and Esposito's-to celebrate craftsmanship, quality, and flavor.
For more than 70 years,
Longhini Sausage
has been a New Haven tradition, producing authentic Italian sausage and premium meats with time-honored recipes and uncompromising standards. Today, we're blending tradition with innovation to bring excellence to every bite. The Opportunity
We're seeking a
Quality Assurance (QA) Manager
to lead food safety, quality assurance, and compliance programs at our New Haven facility. This is a key leadership role responsible for maintaining our
Quality Management System (QMS) , ensuring
USDA compliance , and driving a proactive
food safety culture
throughout the plant.
The QA Manager will lead and mentor a small team of QA professionals, manage audits, resolve customer complaints, and partner with operations to continuously improve product quality and consistency. What You'll Do Lead and develop the QA and sanitation teams, ensuring clarity, accountability, and engagement. Oversee the plant's
Quality Management System (QMS)
in alignment with HACCP, GMP, SSOP, and USDA/FDA requirements. Serve as the primary contact for
regulatory inspections, customer audits, and third-party audits . Investigate and resolve
customer complaints
using root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions. Oversee daily QA functions such as pre-op inspections, product testing, labeling verification, and traceability. Track and report
key performance indicators (KPIs)
related to quality, audits, and customer feedback. Foster a culture of food safety and continuous improvement throughout all departments. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in
Food Science, Microbiology , or a related field preferred. 5+ years
of QA experience in food manufacturing, with
2+ years
in a supervisory or management role. Hands-on experience in
USDA-regulated environments
required. Strong working knowledge of
HACCP, GMP, SSOP, and food safety systems . Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Experience with Microsoft Office and quality/traceability software systems. Work Schedule & Environment Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; flexibility for audits, inspections, or urgent quality matters. Location:
On-site at Longhini Sausage in New Haven, CT. Frequent time on the production floor; occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs.); exposure to refrigerated and food manufacturing conditions. Why You'll Love Working Here
At Village Gourmet, our culture is grounded in five core values: It Takes a Village - Teamwork makes us stronger. Always a Way - We solve problems with creativity and persistence. Count on Me - Reliability is our promise. Dream Big - We grow through innovation. Customer First - We deliver excellence to every customer, every day.
We offer competitive compensation, full benefits, and the opportunity to make an impact in a growing, values-driven company. Ready to Lead Quality at Longhini?
If you're passionate about food safety, quality excellence, and leading teams that make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today
and help us keep our legacy of quality-and flavor-strong for generations to come.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.