Growing Food Manufacturer in Los Angeles is seeking a seasoned Food Safety Quality Manager to lead quality audits, oversee the laboratory operations & facilitate equipment set-up. This is a direct hire opportunity. 

Salary range: $100-130K

Responsibilities:

• Lead daily operations, emphasizing precision and efficiency, while implementing and enforcing quality control standards.
• Ensure adherence to FDA regulations. 
• Manage the review process, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Develop and manage a robust supplier approval process, establishing selection criteria based on quality, safety, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain/Sourcing teams to foster continuous improvement.
• Facilitate communication between QA and innovation/R&D teams, providing regulatory insights for new product development.
• Lead the establishment of an in-house microbiological laboratory, including equipment procurement, SOP development, and team training.
• Mentor the QC team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Maintain detailed records on quality metrics, supplier assessments, compliance issues, and laboratory development.

Job Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of QC management experience in the food industry, with expertise in FDA compliance, SQF, GMP, HACCP, and laboratory management.
• Demonstrated leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical abilities.