Manager, FSQA
About The Position
At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you. We are seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager to join our team at our Cayce, SC bakery. As an FSQA Manager, you will be accountable for leading food safety and quality programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement to deliver safe, high-quality products that meet customer and industry standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
- 5–7 years of food manufacturing or quality experience, including leadership responsibility
- Certified in HACCP with strong knowledge of food safety systems and regulatory requirements
- Experience with GFSI standards (BRC, SQF) and audit processes
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency in computer systems including spreadsheets and quality/statistical tools
- Ability to meet physical requirements, including standing/walking for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs
Nice To Haves
- PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification or experience
- Experience with SAP or advanced statistical process control (SPC) tools
- Strong knowledge of microbiology, aseptic sampling, and food safety testing methods
- Experience in bakery or similar food production environments
- Proven success leading continuous improvement and quality initiatives
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of food safety and quality systems (AIMS, QMS, HACCP, GMPs)
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and GFSI standards (BRC, SQF)
- Oversee and maintain the Food Safety Plan, including preventive controls, validation, and verification activities
- Drive cross-functional collaboration to improve product quality, food safety, and operational performance
- Manage customer and consumer complaints through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and trend reporting
- Lead, develop, and coach the QA team while influencing plant-wide food safety culture
- Represent the bakery during customer, regulatory, and third-party audits, ensuring audit readiness and compliance
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off
- Holidays
- Competitive retirement plans
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- HSA and FSA plans
- Performance incentive plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
