Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager

Position Overview Now Hiring: Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager Full-Time | Onsite | Colorado Springs, CO Annual Salary: $80,971–$99,680 Lead Food Safety. Strengthen Quality. Drive Operational Excellence. Are you an experienced food safety and quality professional ready to make a meaningful impact in food manufacturing? We’re seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager to lead food safety programs, oversee quality management systems, and ensure regulatory compliance at a growing food manufacturing facility in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity for a professional with experience in USDA-regulated food manufacturing, SQF programs, and quality assurance systems . The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a proactive approach to risk management, and a passion for developing teams and fostering a culture of food safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. What You’ll Do Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Lead, implement, and maintain facility‑wide food safety and quality assurance programs. Ensure compliance with applicable USDA and FDA regulations, SQF requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP principles, and customer‑specific standards. Prepare for and support regulatory inspections, customer audits, third‑party audits, and certification activities. Monitor food safety risks and ensure established policies, procedures, and preventive controls are consistently followed. Promote food safety awareness and compliance across all departments. Quality Assurance & Management Systems Manage, maintain, and continuously improve the facility’s Quality Management System (QMS). Monitor quality performance metrics, identify trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Oversee corrective and preventive action (CAPA) programs, product traceability, process validations, and customer complaint investigations. Ensure quality documentation, records, and procedures remain accurate, complete, and audit-ready. Investigate nonconformances, identify root causes, and collaborate with relevant teams to implement sustainable solutions. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product consistency, process reliability, and overall quality performance. Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and develop Quality team members, establishing clear expectations and promoting accountability. Provide training and guidance to employees on food safety procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Build a culture that prioritizes food safety, employee engagement, operational discipline, and continuous improvement. Support team development through ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and knowledge sharing. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Partner with Production, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Operations teams to maintain food safety and quality standards throughout the manufacturing process. Collaborate with operational leaders to identify risks, resolve quality issues, and improve processes. Communicate quality trends, audit findings, compliance concerns, and improvement recommendations to leadership. Support the development and execution of action plans that reduce risk, improve efficiency, and protect product integrity. What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Quality Assurance, or a related field. At least 2 years of experience in USDA‑regulated food manufacturing. At least 2 years of hands‑on experience managing SQF programs. Experience managing or maintaining quality systems within a food manufacturing environment. Strong working knowledge of food safety regulations, GMPs, HACCP principles, USDA and FDA requirements, and applicable quality standards. Demonstrated ability to investigate quality issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions. Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment while balancing regulatory requirements and production priorities. Ideal Candidate A proactive leader who takes ownership of food safety and quality outcomes. An organized, detail‑oriented professional who maintains high standards for documentation and compliance. A collaborative problem‑solver who can work effectively with both frontline employees and senior leadership. A continuous improvement advocate who enjoys developing people, strengthening processes, and reducing operational risk. Why Join Us? Competitive compensation: $80,971–$99,680 annually. Health insurance to support your well‑being. Paid time off for work‑life balance. Career growth opportunities within a growing food manufacturing organization. Meaningful leadership responsibility with a direct impact on food safety, product quality, and operational performance. Collaborative work environment where quality, accountability, and continuous improvement matter. Pay Range USD $80,971.00 - USD $99,680.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr Roth-Industries,-LLC