Sr. Food Safety Quality (FSQ) Manager

Schwan's Company • Beaumont, CA

115d • $104,625 - $174,375

About The Position

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table! We are hiring a Sr. Food Safety Quality (FSQ) Manager at our frozen Asian foods manufacturing facility in Beaumont, CA. This position is responsible for managing the Food Safety and Quality (FSQ) and Sanitation or co-pack functions for our large manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance to the Company's food safety and quality objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Food Safety and Technology or a closely related field; or a master's degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, Food Safety and Technology or a closely related field.
• 5+ years of FSQ management experience.
• HACCP/Preventive Controls Certification.
• Strong technical skills in area of focus (microbiology and/or chemistry) with ability to interpret general technical and scientific results and perform analytical tests.
• Sound mathematical and basic food science understanding.
• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP, and basic food regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of basic quality control and quality assurance programs and concepts.
• Basic knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) applications.
• Strong analytic and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct facility activities to ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, SSOP, HACCP, FSMA, and GMP standards, and lead regulatory audits.
• Serve as HACCP coordinator, Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI), and on-site recall coordinator for the facility.
• Lead resolution of regulatory, food safety, and product quality issues, partnering with plant and corporate teams to address concerns.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and customer-facing teams to resolve issues and ensure quality and safety compliance.
• Oversee food safety programs, including specification compliance, corrective actions, facility audits, and maintenance of FSQ documentation.
• Lead and coordinate training programs on GMPs, HACCP, and food safety practices; prepare for and follow up on third-party inspections.
• Drive continuous improvement in food safety, quality, and product consistency using tools like SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma, and manage project execution.

Benefits

• Base salary range of $104,625 to $174,375 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance.
• Competitive Total Rewards package focusing on overall well-being.
• Strong foundation of health benefits.
• Retirement and financial wellbeing programs.
• Time off programs.
• Wellbeing support programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree