Food Safety & Quality Assurance Specialist

About the Role

We are looking for a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Specialist to strengthen our quality systems in canning operations. This role ensures that all canned products meet strict food safety, regulatory, and quality standards. The FSQA Specialist will be directly involved in monitoring production lines, conducting audits, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Implement, monitor, and sustain food safety and quality assurance programs (HACCP, GMP, SSOP, FSSC 22000).
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of canning lines, sanitation practices, and thermal processing operations.
• Lead investigations and corrective actions for non-conformances, customer complaints, and product recalls.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, DOH, BFAD, and other regulatory standards specific to canned food manufacturing.
• Coordinate product testing, shelf-life assessments, packaging integrity checks, and can seam evaluations.
• Educate production and QA personnel on food safety protocols, regulatory updates, and canning-specific best practices.
• Prepare and submit timely documentation for certifications, audits, and compliance reports.
• Support continuous improvement in food safety, quality, and risk management across canning operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or related field (required).
• Current HACCP certification (required); FSSC 22000 or ISO 22000 certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in food manufacturing QA, preferably in canning or thermal processing.
• Knowledge of thermal processing, retort operations, and shelf-life studies.
• Proficiency in quality management software and MS Office Suite.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and systematic approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to train and influence cross-functional teams.

• Be part of a company committed to quality, safety, and innovation in canned food manufacturing.
• Gain hands-on experience in thermal processing, seam integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for career growth and professional development.