Quality Control Supervisor

Voyage Foods•Mason, OH

1d•$80,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Quality Control Supervisor oversees production-floor quality and food safety operations at Voyage Foods. This role supervises QA technicians across production shifts, verifies in-process controls and sanitation procedures, reviews quality records, and ensures product holds and dispositions are properly handled and documented. The supervisor supports the facility’s HACCP, GMP, and FSMA Preventive Controls programs; assists with audits and mock recalls; investigates non-conformances and customer complaints; and helps implement root-cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions. The role also leads and develops QA technicians, coordinates food safety and quality training, supports shift handoffs, maintains quality documentation, prepares shift reports, and escalates issues to the QA Manager. Voyage Foods makes sustainable, accessible foods, including nut-free spreads, cocoa-free chocolate, and bean-free coffee. The company describes itself as a rapidly growing, diverse team committed to curiosity, challenging assumptions, and creating an environment where employees can bring their authentic selves to work. The position’s compensation is $80,000–$120,000 per year for United States-based roles, with benefits, paid time off, and an equity grant.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 3 years of QA/QC experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification.
SQF Practitioner qualification.
Working knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SSOP, and FSMA Preventive Controls.
Prior experience in a supervisory or lead role overseeing QA personnel.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency in maintaining quality documentation and records.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting SQF, BRC, or other GFSI-recognized certification audits.
Familiarity with allergen-sensitive or novel food ingredient manufacturing.
Experience with ERP or quality management software.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate QA technician activities across production shifts, ensuring consistent quality checks and food safety procedures.
Monitor and verify in-process quality controls, including weight checks, sensory evaluations, and critical control point (CCP) monitoring.
Perform pre-operational and operational sanitation inspections, verify SSOPs, and ensure corrective actions are taken when needed.
Review and approve production batch records, quality logs, and environmental monitoring data for accuracy and completeness.
Ensure product holds, quarantine procedures, and disposition decisions are correctly executed and documented.
Support execution and maintenance of the facility’s HACCP plan, GMPs, and FSMA Preventive Controls program.
Assist with internal audits, mock recalls, and preparation for third-party certification audits such as SQF and BRC.
Investigate non-conformances and customer complaints, document findings, and support root-cause analysis and CAPA implementation.
Maintain allergen control procedures and verify compliance on the production floor.
Lead, coach, and develop QA technicians, promoting accountability and a strong food safety culture.
Conduct or coordinate food safety and quality training for QA staff and production personnel.
Participate in shift handoffs to maintain continuity of quality oversight across production schedules.
Provide input to performance reviews and support QA technician development.
Maintain accurate and timely quality records in compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
Generate shift quality reports and escalate issues to the QA Manager as appropriate.
Support document control processes, including SOPs and work instructions.