Astrix ยท 7 hours ago
QA Manager (HACCP)
Orange County, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$95K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expAstrix is a leading food manufacturing facility seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Assurance Manager to oversee daily QA operations. The role involves ensuring regulatory and food safety compliance while supporting continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high quality standards in products and processes.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Kim Tran
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day Quality Assurance operations to ensure all products meet established quality, food safety, and regulatory standards
Monitor manufacturing processes and production lines for compliance with GMP, HACCP, and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Lead root-cause investigations and corrective actions related to quality deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints
Coordinate and perform quality inspections, sampling, testing, and approval of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products
Implement, support, and maintain food safety programs, including allergen management, sanitation controls, traceability systems, and supplier verification
Conduct internal audits and support external audits from regulatory agencies, third-party auditors, and customers
Train, coach, and mentor QA technicians and production personnel on quality systems and food safety requirements
Ensure accurate, complete, and well-organized quality documentation, including batch records, Certificates of Analysis (COAs), deviation reports, and corrective action records
Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Production, and Supply Chain teams to address quality-related issues and support continuous improvement
Ensure proper calibration, verification, and maintenance of laboratory and QA equipment
Assist in developing and maintaining product specifications for both new and existing products
Qualification
Required
Developed HACCP Plans
Led audits
Willingness to be in the trenches
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field preferred
3+ years of QA experience in a food manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, HACCP, GMP, and GFSI standards (SQF, BRC, etc.)
Experience with root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Quality Systems
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a strong attention to detail
Company
Astrix
Astrix is the unrivaled market-leader in creating & delivering innovative strategies, solutions, and people to the life science community.
1001-5000 employees
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Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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