Food Safety and Quality Lead

Food Quality & Safety Lead

Location: Hart County, Georgia

Compensation: $70,000 annually, increasing to $75,000 after 90 days

Schedule: Day Shift

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Food Quality & Safety Lead to oversee and support food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance at a food manufacturing and processing facility in Hart County, GA.

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality and food safety professional who enjoys working hands-on in a production environment, maintaining high standards, and helping drive continuous improvement throughout facility operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food safety and quality assurance activities throughout production and processing operations.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, and applicable food safety regulations.
• Monitor and maintain HACCP programs, food safety plans, and quality control procedures.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, internal audits, and product quality assessments.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve food safety and quality concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, reports, and compliance paperwork.
• Assist with customer, regulatory, and third-party audits.
• Monitor sanitation practices, production processes, and employee adherence to food safety standards.
• Provide guidance and training to employees regarding food safety, quality procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with production and management teams to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, food processing, or a related food production environment.
• Working knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, food safety regulations, and quality assurance programs.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and maintaining food safety documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with production employees and management.
• Leadership experience or the ability to take ownership of food safety and quality initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary of $70,000 annually .
• Salary increases to $75,000 after successful completion of the first 90 days .
• Excellent benefits package.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Day shift schedule.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on food safety and quality operations.