Quality Assurance Lead – Food Manufacturing

About the role

Farm Girl is seeking a hands‑on Quality Assurance Lead to own the QA function end‑to‑end in a fast‑growing food and beverage plant. You will drive product consistency, enforce daily quality discipline on the production floor, and partner closely with operations, maintenance, and production teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the QA team across shifts, setting clear expectations and accountability.
• Own product consistency by SKU, defining and enforcing Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs).
• Translate audit standards into practical daily operating procedures.
• Build and improve QA systems that proactively prevent issues.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Production to resolve root causes.
• Make real‑time quality decisions, including stop‑the‑line actions when required.
• Escalate risks early with clear recommendations and supporting data.
• Lead corrective action processes and ensure long‑term resolution.
• Prepare for and lead third‑party, customer, and regulatory audits.

Required profile

• 7–12 years of experience in food manufacturing QA.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a plant environment.
• Proven experience leading QA teams within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Comfortable working directly on the plant floor in a fast‑paced environment.
• Track record of building or improving QA systems and processes.

Required skills

• SQF audit standards
• BRC audit standards
• Root‑cause analysis
• Data‑driven decision making

What we offer

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off