Food Safety & Quality Manager

Food Safety & Quality Manager

Location: Greensboro, North Carolina (Onsite)

A growing food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Food Safety & Quality Manager to lead food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance initiatives across a manufacturing operation. This is a highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to influence company-wide quality systems, support continued growth, and strengthen a culture focused on food safety and operational excellence. The role oversees food safety and quality programs, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, training, continuous improvement, and quality personnel.

What’s in it for you

-$110k-120k salary + bonus potential

-Medical, dental, and vision insurance

-PTO, 401k, short/long term disability, and other benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all food safety and quality programs, including HACCP, GMPs, allergen control, traceability, sanitation verification, and recall readiness.
• Serve as the site leader for regulatory and third-party audit preparation, execution, and follow-up.
• Maintain compliance with FDA regulations and GFSI-recognized food safety standards.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve food safety and quality management systems.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and HR to ensure food safety and quality standards are integrated into daily operations.
• Manage product and process quality programs to ensure consistent customer and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Quality, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of food manufacturing experience with increasing responsibility in Food Safety and Quality leadership.
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations, HACCP principles, and GFSI standards.
• Proven success leading audits and interacting with customers, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• HACCP, PCQI, SQF, or BRC certifications are preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High-impact leadership role with visibility across the organization.
• Opportunity to shape food safety and quality strategy.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented culture.
• Competitive compensation, bonus opportunity, and relocation assistance.

If you're passionate about food safety, quality excellence, and building strong teams, we'd love to connect.