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Quality Assurance Manager - Commercial Baking

Greenfield Startup Based in Columbus, OH, we are building a new commercial food manufacturing operation producing baked goods for retail and private label markets.

We're seeking a Quality Assurance Manager with strong food safety leadership experience to build and lead quality systems from the ground up in a greenfield startup environment.

Role and Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of the facility Quality Management System (QMS) in a greenfield manufacturing startup

Oversee food safety programs including HACCP, GMP, allergen control, and sanitation, ensuring readiness for production ramp-up

Ensure compliance with BRC, SQF, GFSI, FDA regulations, and customer requirements; lead audits and certification efforts

Provide technical expertise in baking science including ingredient functionality, process parameters, moisture control, texture, color, and shelf-life

Partner with Operations, R&D, and Engineering to support equipment startup, plant trials, and scale-up from pilot to commercial production

Investigate quality issues, lead root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, yield, and product consistency

Travel to sister manufacturing sites multiple times per month to support knowledge transfer, process alignment, and best practice implementation

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in food quality, food science, or bakery manufacturing

Experience managing HACCP, GMP, and food safety systems in a BRC, SQF, or GFSI-certified facility

Strong knowledge of commercial baking processes and FDA food safety regulations

Leadership experience managing quality teams in a manufacturing environment

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary between $130-170k

Generous PTO/Vacation Package

401(k) w/Match

Medical, Dental, Vision - STD/LTD, Life Insurance etc.

Travel to Sister Facilities as Needed

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent