Senior Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager

Foster Farms
United States, California, Livingston
843 Davis Street (Show on map)
Jan 20, 2026
Description Pay Range: $130,000 to $165,000 per year Purpose of Position: The Senior FSQA Manager oversees all food safety and quality programs at our processing facility, ensuring compliance with USDA/FSIS, customer, and company standards. This role leads FSQA supervisors and representatives, manages HACCP and SSOP programs, handles product disposition decisions, and partners closely with operations to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement. Responsibilities include regulatory communication, team training and development, data analysis, the implementation of food safety and quality initiatives, and resolution communication. Essential Job Functions: Food Safety & Compliance Implement, validate, and verify all Food Safety programs, including HACCP and SSOPs. Ensure compliance with USDA/FSIS regulations and GFSI standards. Manage regulatory relationships with onsite FSIS personnel, including communication and resolution of noncompliances. Operational Partnership Ensure production, sanitation, maintenance, and quality teams adhere to food safety and quality procedures through training, coaching, and direct process observation. Address processing, sanitation, and maintenance issues promptly through collaboration with FSQA and Operations teams. Leadership & Team Development Hire, train, and develop FSQA supervisors and hourly representatives to ensure high levels of technical competency and performance. Promote a strong food safety culture within the facility. Manage scheduling, timekeeping, and disciplinary actions to maintain adequate staffing and performance standards. Continuous Improvement & Data Management Oversee FSQA data systems, including collaboratively working with operational partners to address emerging trends through sustainable action plans that address rootcauses. Lead or support projects focused on improving process control, equipment performance, or overall food safety and quality outcomes. Customer/Consumer Service & Resolution Investigate complaints and quality concerns, identify root causes through cross functional partnerships, and implement sustainable corrective actions. Evaluate nonconforming product and provide dispositions. Communicate findings and resolution steps to all stakeholders to prevent recurrence and maintain strong customer confidence. Ensure FSQA programs support consistent delivery of products that meet customer expectations. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Biological Sciences, or related field preferred 5+ years of food processing experience focused on FSQA Experience supervising a team Knowledge of HACCP, SSOPs, and USDA/FSIS regulations Strong analytical, communication, and decisionmaking skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Bilingual English/Spanish a plus Ability to work flexible hours #LI-KP1 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.