Food Safety Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Food Safety Manager

The Food Safety Manager develops, implements, and leads comprehensive food safety and quality programs within a cookie dough and dessert manufacturing facility. This role serves as the on-site subject matter expert for food safety, ensuring that all production activities comply with regulatory requirements and customer standards while working hands-on alongside production team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the production floor by performing production tasks alongside team members while consistently promoting safe food handling practices.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust food safety programs in accordance with FDA, USDA (if applicable), SQF, GMP, HACCP, and customer-specific requirements.
• Serve as the facility’s primary food safety subject matter expert and designated SQF Practitioner.
• Lead and continuously improve the facility’s food safety and quality management systems to ensure consistent product quality and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local food safety regulations across production, packaging, and storage operations.
• Monitor regulatory changes and industry best practices, particularly those impacting cookie dough and dessert manufacturing, and update programs and procedures accordingly.
• Oversee and support production activities, including general labor, assembly, mixing, machine operation, packaging, and inspection, to verify compliance with food safety standards.
• Apply lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to enhance food safety processes and overall production efficiency.
• Supervise and guide production team members, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.
• Lead internal and external food safety and quality audits, including preparation, execution, documentation, and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date food safety documentation, records, and reports using Microsoft Office and food safety documentation systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify risks, implement preventive controls, and improve allergen management and GMP compliance.
• Conduct routine inspections of production lines, equipment, and facility conditions to identify and resolve food safety issues.
• Support training and coaching of team members on HACCP, FSMA, Preventive Controls, GMPs, allergen management, and safe equipment operation.
• Ensure safe use of production tools, mixers, hand tools, and forklifts in alignment with food safety and workplace safety standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Food Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 1+ years of food safety, quality assurance, or quality management experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and their application in food manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of FSMA and Preventive Controls requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and allergen management.
• Demonstrated SQF experience and ability to serve as an SQF Practitioner.
• Experience leading internal and external audits in a food production setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and food safety documentation systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Hands-on experience in food production environments, including general labor, assembly, mixing, machine operation, packaging, and inspection.
• Ability to supervise and guide production personnel while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Why Work Here?

Join a climate-controlled food production facility that offers a consistent 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. schedule with part-time hours, supporting work-life balance and predictable routines. Enjoy the opportunity to participate in company stock programs after hire, reflecting a culture that values shared success and long-term growth. The environment encourages collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development in a stable and well-organized operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a climate-controlled food manufacturing facility focused on cookie dough and dessert production. You work on-site during a 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. schedule with part-time hours, primarily on the production floor alongside team members. The environment includes production lines, mixers, packaging equipment, hand tools, and forklifts, with a strong emphasis on GMPs, sanitation, and safety. Work involves general production tasks, machine operation, inspection, and supervision in a clean, organized setting where adherence to food safety protocols and proper attire suitable for a manufacturing and GMP-compliant environment are required

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Lincoln,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.