FSQA Manager
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WESTERN SMOKEHOUSE PARTNERS
Springfield, IL, US
Summary
The FSQA Manager oversees food safety and quality assurance inspections to ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, and internal specifications. They lead the quality team, manage the HACCP plan, and conduct regular sanitation and GMP audits.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Springfield IL - Springfield , IL, Salary Range: $80000.00 - $90000.00Salary, Join the TEAM at Western Smokehouse Partners!
We’re more than just a leader in the better-for-you meat snack industry-we’re a team driven by quality, innovation and a passion for great meat sticks and jerky. With eight facilities across five states, we’re setting the standard in excellence for our co-manufacturing and private label customers. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for highly motivated individuals who want to be part of an industry-leading company that values contribution, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Western Smokehouse Partners is looking for an FSQA Manager.
Position Summary
This position oversees inspection to ensure high-quality products that meet customer, Quality Assurance (QA), and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) specifications to guarantee satisfaction. This job requires standing, bending, squatting, and lifting 50 lbs. through the entire shift. Applicants must be self-motivated and excited about working in a team environment.
Essential Functions:
Leads, trains, and manages a team of food safety quality personnel
Coordinates quality assurance activities (e.g., audits, training, purchasing, etc.)
Monitors and verifies the HACCP plan’s CCPs adhering to policy and procedure
Conduct GMP and sanitation audits of operations and warehouse areas
Works with operations personnel on quality and safety issues
Places product on hold, release or disposition as necessary while adhering to policy and procedure
Evaluates damaged or out-of-spec products
Work with the FSQA Director to maintain the SQF program
Develop and further FDA compliance guidelines
Calibration of equipment, validation, verification of food safety systems
Ensure proper sanitation procedures are being followed to produce safe quality food
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand for 8 hours
Must lift 50+lbs repeatedly
Repetitive motion
Able to work in a cold environment
Benefits:
401(k) match
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
If you’re looking for a workplace where you’re valued, supported, and where you’ll be a part of a team that’s shaping the future of meat snacks, we’d love to have you join us!
Qualifications:
A portfolio of companies that provide co-manufactured and private label better-for-you protein snacks. We have eight locations throughout the US - Greentop, Missouri; two in Galesburg, Illinois; Springfield, Illinois; Burlington, Iowa; Shelley, Idaho; Mexico, Missouri; and El Campo, Texas.
At Western Smokehouse Partners, we are enriching the lives of our employees, the communities where we operate, and supporting our customers – one meat snack at a time.
Our vision as the leader in premium, better-for-you meat snacks in the private label and co-manufacturing sector is to revolutionize the industry. Through innovation, technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to quality, we strive to set new industry standards, delivering exceptional products and driving growth for our customers and partners.
Founded
2018
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Galesburg, Illinois
A portfolio of companies that provide co-manufactured and private label better-for-you protein snacks. We have eight locations throughout the US - Greentop, Missouri; two in Galesburg, Illinois; Springfield, Illinois; Burlington, Iowa; Shelley, Idaho; Mexico, Missouri; and El Campo, Texas.
At Western Smokehouse Partners, we are enriching the lives of our employees, the communities where we operate, and supporting our customers – one meat snack at a time.
Our vision as the leader in premium, better-for-you meat snacks in the private label and co-manufacturing sector is to revolutionize the industry. Through innovation, technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to quality, we strive to set new industry standards, delivering exceptional products and driving growth for our customers and partners.
Founded
2018
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Galesburg, Illinois
