Quality Assurance Supervisor

TreeHouse Foods • Manawa, WI

4d • $76,200 - $114,200 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for our Manawa, WI facility, a leading manufacturer of dry blend products. In this role, you will lead the execution of quality assurance programs that support product quality, food safety, and sanitation while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. The position provides leadership to the quality team, oversees scheduling and training activities, offers technical guidance, and drives the effective management of quality systems, audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• A minimum of 2+ years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment is required.
• Experience auditing quality systems and manufacturing practices is required.
• Experience ensuring documentation requirements are followed to meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements is required.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and analytical skills are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, or a related field is preferred.
• SQF Practitioner certification and Food Defense Program leadership experience are preferred.
• Experience developing and conducting employee training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the Quality Assurance team and ensure scheduling needs are met.
• Provide leadership and technical assistance to help resolve quality-related problems.
• Oversee, implement, and maintain QA programs, including Formula Control, Allergen Control, Non-Conforming Products, Recalls, Food Safety Plans, and pest control systems.
• Define and enforce laboratory practices and quality policies.
• Ensure compliance with company and governmental sanitation regulations.
• Collaborate with R&D to improve product quality and cost-effectiveness, support product changes, and oversee plant testing.
• Monitor raw material compliance and manage supplier communications.
• Provide quality and food safety training for employees at all levels.
• Conduct GMP and sanitation audits and summarize technical data to identify trends and corrective actions.
• Support quality systems and initiatives such as SPC, SQF, and continuous improvement processes.
• Lead efforts to resolve quality-related issues, including customer complaints, product holds, and incidents.
• Maintain and oversee food safety regulatory programs.
• Serve as the plant liaison for regulatory authorities, including governmental agencies and third-party auditors.
• Analyze and interpret microbiological results and initiate corrective actions.
• Lead and collaborate with other departments on continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period
• 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll.
• Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).
• Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform – DevelopU – with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way.
• An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups.
• Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED