Quality Supervisor - Food Safety

Mrs. Clark's Foods•Ankeny, IA

11h

About The Position

The Supervisor of Food Safety plans, directs and implements quality, regulatory, safety and environment compliance-based programs and activities to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Food Science or related filed
AND/OR
Combination of education and experience equal to 5+ years
HACCP Certification
Ability to obtain SQF Practitioner
Strong attention to detail
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Experience in food safety audits

Responsibilities

Supervise and support Quality Laboratory Technicians, including daily task assignment, training, performance feedback, and scheduling
Ensure laboratory testing (microbiological, chemical, physical, and sensory, as applicable) is conducted accurately, on time, and in accordance with approved methods
Review, verify, and trend quality data to identify deviations, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement
Oversee implementation and adherence to floor-level Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), GMPs, SSOPs, and food safety programs
Conduct routine floor audits to ensure compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements (FDA, USDA, OSHA as applicable), and customer specifications
Act as a quality presence on the production floor, partnering with Production, Sanitation, and Maintenance to resolve quality and food safety issues in real time
Investigate nonconformances, deviations, and customer complaints; lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Ensure proper documentation, record retention, and traceability in alignment with FSMA and internal quality systems
Support internal and external audits, including regulatory inspections and customer audits; assist with preparation and follow-up actions
Verify product holds, releases, and disposition decisions in accordance with established procedures
Train production and quality staff on SOPs, food safety, allergen control, and quality expectations
Monitor environmental and process controls to ensure consistent product quality and food safety
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and risk reduction
Enforce company policies and safety standards within the quality team and across production areas