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Aspire Bakeries · 3 weeks ago

Supervisor, FSQA - 1st Shift

Swedesboro, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$75K/yr - $85K/yr

3+ years exp

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company specializing in frozen baked goods. The FSQA Supervisor is responsible for implementing and monitoring food safety and quality assurance procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a team of Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technicians.

Food Production

Responsibilities

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

Works with the operations team to maintain the safety, legality, and regulatory requirements of each food and the processes used in their bakery location

Accountable for complying with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standard, BRCGS at the bakery location

Accountable for documentation control, and supporting the maintenance and strict adherence of Aspire Bakeries Integrated Management System (AIMS) that includes procedures, records, good manufacturing practices (GMPs), and Food Safety Plan

Accountable to department key performance indicators (KPIs)

Works with other support departments to improve bakery performance (e.g., maintenance, sanitation, warehouse, operations)

Understand critical control points (food safety plan) and critical quality points (quality assurance plan) of the food products manufactured, to drive operational performance and effectively deliver right‑the‑first‑time safe, quality foods based on finished product specifications

Participate in the review, verification, and update of HARPC Food Safety Plans, procedures, and documents to protect product safety and quality

Accountable for understanding and implementing customer requirements

Supports the bakery team in reducing 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’s needs

Collaborating with the FSQA Manager on establishing a talent training and skills matrix with clear planning and development for the FSQA technicians

Reports food safety and quality issues, corrective actions, and preventive measures to the FSQA Manager

Authorized to hold products based on food safety or quality nonconformities. Places food on both physical and SAP hold, and collaborates with the FSQA Manager on disposition and decisions to release product for hold

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 downtime (e.g., foreign material investigations)

Able to identify opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will enhance department effectiveness

Participates in daily food sensory scoring evaluations to identify possible defects and provides direction to the operations team for continuous improvement

Participates in physical bakery inspections on a weekly basis and reports are generated on each area (pest control, operational methods, maintenance for food safety, sanitation, personnel practices, etc.) and records nonconformities in the management review workbook

Participate in routine facility programs and corporate audits to ensure the site is in compliance

Trained as a backup for FSQA Manager as a technical representative for regulatory, customer, and third‑party audits

Accountable for assuring materials are received from approved suppliers and conducting raw material supplier performance monitoring based on specifications

Manage relationships with intra‑ and inter‑departmental colleagues and suppliers to ensure achievement of departmental and company‑wide targets

Trained in the Environmental Monitoring Program and swabbing techniques

Actively supports 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

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 for upholding the values of integrity, ownership, customer focus, creativity, and care while bringing these values into their daily work

Exemplifies a safe and healthy work environment and conducts activities in a safe and healthy 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

Qualification

Food Safety ExperienceQuality Assurance ExperienceGFSI ComplianceHACCP TrainingSAP ProficiencyRoot Cause AnalysisLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Required

Minimum 3–5 years comprehensive food processing, food safety, and quality experience with background in manufacturing food industry, HARPC, USDA, or FDA

High School Diploma

Bachelor of Science Degree or sufficient experience in the food industry

Proficient in computers including spreadsheets, statistical programs, and SAP applications