Quality Assurance Manager

Job Title: Quality Manager

Location: Long Prairie, MN

Compensation: $55,000- $75,000 yearly

Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-time

About the Opportunity

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Quality Assurance Manager or Supervisor for a food production/manufacturing company in Long Prairie, MN. In this role, you’ll lead plant-wide quality initiatives, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, and help build a culture focused on continuous improvement and product excellence. If you enjoy leadership roles, working cross-functionally, and driving quality standards, this could be a great fit. Read below for more information!

What You’ll Do as a Quality Manager:

• Lead food safety and quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards
• Oversee and implement SQF, GMP, and SOP programs across production and packaging operations
• Monitor quality performance and partner with production leaders to drive continuous improvement
• Lead internal, customer, and regulatory audits and ensure corrective actions are completed
• Develop and train employees to build plant-wide quality awareness and accountability
• Investigate and resolve quality issues while recommending process improvements

What You Need to Bring to the Quality Manager Role:

• 5+ years of experience leading SQF or similar food safety programs (preferred)
• 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing, including food production or packaging
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field preferred
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (GFSI, SQF, GMPs, food safety requirements)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
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Ready to Apply?

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This company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including customizable medical, dental, and vision plans, life and disability coverage, and a 401(k) with an excellent company match. Additional perks include generous paid time off with holidays, earned sick and safe time, career development opportunities, and a supportive, well-equipped work environment that emphasizes employee appreciation and work-life balance.