Supervisor, Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance SupervisorThe Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation's discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.We are looking for a Quality Assurance Supervisor to be responsible for the effective daily operations of Quality Assurance (QA) Department in a food processing plant, the direct supervision of QA personnel and laboratory functions. Coordinates with production to ensure that final products meet quality specifications. This leader will be responsible for accurate control of product into quality segregated lots according to proper procedures at our Northwest Packing plant in Vancouver, WA.Key Responsibilities:Lead Food Safety & Quality operations across canning and juice production in a high-volume manufacturing environmentSupervise and develop QA staff across shifts, including scheduling, training, and performance managementEnsure compliance with FDA, HARPC, and SQF requirements, including audit readiness and regulatory inspectionsPartner with Production to monitor key quality parameters (CCPs, vacuum, brix, pH, etc.) and make real-time decisionsManage product holds, traceability, and non-conformance investigations, including root cause and corrective actionsRequirements:Bachelor's degree in food science, Sciences, Business or other related field preferred; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.3+ years of experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment; direct lab experience preferred.Prior supervisory or leadership experience required.HACCP, Thermal Processing, PCQI, and SQF certification preferred.Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check including employment and educational verification, and credit screen, and to work extended schedule and weekends during the fresh pack season, typically July to early November.Benefits:Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage401(k) match with Traditional & Roth options availableCompany paid Life and AD&D insurance10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick timeEmployee Assistance ProgramNumerous other voluntary insurance products availableConvenient location, 2 miles west of downtown VancouverFree parkingApplicants have rights under Federal Employment LawsFamily and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-VerifyE-Verify ParticipationIf You Have the Right to Work, Don't Let Anyone Take It AwayWe are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Neil Jones Food Company