Maintenance Supervisor

FSQA Supervisor - Livingston Plant (Nights) Job Category : Food Safety and Quality Assurance Requisition Number : FSQAS005714 Posted : August 11, 2026 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location Livingston, CA 95334, USA Description Pay Range: $69,400 - $82,285 Purpose of the Position: The primary function of a Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) Supervisor is tooversee and enforce all food safety and quality programs within a food production facility. This position manages a team of Quality Technicians and collaborates closely with other departments to ensure that products meet or exceed regulatory requirements, internal standards, and customer expectations. Essential Job Functions: Hire, supervise, and train hourly FSQA technicians in the monitoring, verification, and validation of food safety programs such as HACCP, SSOP, and pre-requisites programs, as well as Foster Farms corporate programs including metal detection, allergen, pest control and others Monitor data and addressing processing, sanitation, and maintenance-related issues in a timely manner though active involvement Communicate non-conformances (product quality or regulatory) to FSQA and Operations Management in a timely manner. Place nonconforming product on FSQA hold if it does not meet Foster Farms standards, customer expectations or legal requirements. Partner with FSQA and Operations Management to make decisions regarding product disposition, including release or disposal of product Interface with USDA/FSIS personnel for regulatory issues, non-compliance resolution and information requests. Provide written and verbal communication support to the production management team for establishing corrective and preventive actions and responding to non-compliances. Assist Operations Management in training new production team members to ensure compliance with GMP, food safety requirements, and quality standards Coach, mentor and develop FSQA team members Assist in developing and maintaining current FSQA programs, making adjustments as necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards Demonstrate ability to carry out responsibilities independently while following the direction and guidance of FSQA and Operations Managment Maintain FSQA data reporting systems, communicate trends and conduct root-cause analysis to management for deficiency resolution and process improvement Actively participate in projects in FSQA and Operations projects and initiatives to modify, retrofit and improve performance from a food safety and/or quality perspective Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: BS Degree preferred (preferably Food Science, Meat/Animal Science, or related science field) or equivalent of four years’ experience in food safety, preferably in food manufacturing industry Minimum of two years in management or equivalent leadership role Previous exposure to food processing, food safety, and/or quality programs is preferred Previous experience with HACCP, SSOP programs, and/or FSIS food safety regulations is preferred Detail oriented with analytical aptitude; exposure to Statistical Process Control is beneficial Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels in the organization Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish or English/Punjabi) preferred, depending on location Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP, with the ability to create reports, analyze data, and prepare professional presentations Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed Ability to travel for limited business-related visits (other plants) or conferences up to 25% 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr