FSQA Supervisor

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery®, Otis Spunkmeyer®, and Oakrun Farm Bakery®. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers’ expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

As an FSQA Supervisor you'll play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. You’ll lead a team of FSQA Technicians, oversee compliance with regulatory and customer requirements, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to maintain excellence in our bakery operations. If you're a detail-oriented leader with a passion for food safety and quality, apply today to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment!

Accountabilities:

•  Accountable for meeting all applicable food regulations; international, national, state, and local. Examples include Food and Drug, local health department inspections, weights and measure inspections, and Preventive Controls.
• Accountable for complying with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards in which the bakery location participates in (i.e. BRC, SQF).
• Accountable for documentation control, and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) including procedures, records, good manufacturing practices (GMPs), and Food Safety Plan.
• Works with the operations team to maintain the safety, legality and regulatory requirements of each food and the processes used in their bakery location.
• Works with other support departments to improve bakery performance (e.g. maintenance, sanitation, warehouse, operations).
• Understands the Critical to Quality Control Points (CTQCP) of the products manufactured, to drive operational performance and effectively to deliver right the first time quality and mission zero based on finished product specifications.
• Accountable for understanding, and implementing customer requirements.
• Supports the bakery team to reduce customer/consumer complaints for foods manufactured on site using root cause analysis, corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Responsible for the day to day management of the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technicians, including training and development of the team and clear identification of objectives to meet the bakery needs.
• Collaborating with the FSQA Manager on establishing a talent training and skills matrix with clear planning and development for the FSQA technicians.
• Trained as backup for FSQA Manager as technical representative for regulatory, customer and third-party audits.
• Accountable for assuring materials are received from approved suppliers and conducts raw material supplier performance monitoring based on specifications.
• Able to quickly and thoroughly investigate a product/process failure, determine the root cause and take prompt corrective actions while minimizing product exposure and production down time (e.g. foreign material investigations).
• Able to identify opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will enhance department effectiveness.
• Manage relationships with intra- and inter- departmental colleagues and suppliers to ensure achievement of departmental and company-wide targets.
• Responsible for other supervisory activities including, but not limited to, labor budget management, performance evaluation, hiring, discipline, coaching, training and development and termination recommendation.
• Accountable to department key performance indicators (KPI’s).
• Trained in the Environmental Monitoring Program and swabbing techniques.
• Actively leads and participates in the food safety culture of the bakery, with clear understanding of SIFIRI (See It, Fix It, Report It) program. Includes regular communication, education, events and employee recognition programs.
• Exemplifies a safe and healthy work environment and to conduct activities in a safe and health manner, reporting unsafe conditions to their direct report and bakery director.
• Other duties may be assigned and FSQA Manager is expected to effectively manage and execute changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree or sufficient experience in the food industry is required.
• 3 years food industry manufacturing or quality experience including supervisory experience is required.
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years comprehensive food processing, food safety and quality experience with an extensive background in manufacturing food industry, HARPc, USDA, or FDA, preferred.
• Previous experience with GFSI, BRC, SQF and/or USDA audits desirable.
• Training in HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points) preferred
• Trained as a PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) preferred
• Good writing, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Detail oriented, and possess strong computer skills

Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000

Benefits Designed with You in Mind

At Aspire Bakeries, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits

Work-Life Balance:

• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off and holidays

Financial Security:

• Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Continuous Growth:

• Tuition reimbursement program
• Flexible Spending:
• HSA and FSA options

Performance-Based Rewards:
We value your hard work and dedication. That’s why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role:

• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP): Recognizing individual and team achievements.
• Sales Incentive Plan (SIP): Rewarding excellence in sales performance.
• Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP): Focused on achieving bakery-specific performance goals.

At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do!

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed In this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.