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Etai’s Food is a leading fresh to market Sandwiches, salads and ready to eat food. Our products are sold to retailers in the Colorado front range. We are launching a new vegan line which will be sold to local retailers.

We are looking for an experienced FSQ Manager to oversee the QA/Food Safety function for our plant located in North Denver.

Your responsibilities:

· Manages HACCP based Food Safety and Quality systems to ensure compliance with FDA FSMA and DOD regulatory requirements.

· Responsible for conducting investigations into process related deviations, management of the QA change control process, SOP preparation/revisions, and GMP training programs.

· Develop detailed work instructions to ensure consistency in product formulation and make certain that employee safety and food quality practices are incorporated in all production activities.

· Review, update, and create quality programs and policies in coordination with the Plant Manager.

· Review relevant GMP documents for compliance to company SOPs, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.

· Manage supply chain controls through supplier approval and supplier monitoring programs.

· Work with Procurement and R&D to develop and approve new raw material sources.

· Assists the Production Managers in onboarding, training, and developing Team Members.

· Supports regulatory/customer/3rd-party inspectors to ensure the facility, equipment and operations meet or exceed all regulatory food safety and quality requirements.

· Provide leadership and oversight for the Quality Assurance team members who ensure programs are working, procedures are followed, monitor product quality, and enforce Food Safety Practices.

· Lead the addressing of all regulatory official requests including leading plant inspections.

· Identify non-conforming products and lead decision making process for disposition of those products based on the risk to food safety and quality.

· As needed by R&D, conduct shelf-life studies on finished goods.

· Create and revise product specifications including ingredient statement and nutrition facts for new and reformulated products.

· Other tasks as required by supervisor.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

· Associate degree in Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Nutrition, or related field, required. Bachelor’s Degree is .

· A minimum of 5 years of related experience. Must have a minimum of 3 years in a management position.

· QA experience within Food manufacturing environment both with raw and ready to eat finished product. Knowledge of FDA Regulations.

· Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control principles and analysis techniques to maximize the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

· Critical thinking and decision-making skills to consider and identify the strengths and weakness of alternative solutions and chose the most appropriate course of action.

· Bi-lingual is a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

· Must have or complete HACCP certification program within 3 months of hire.

· Must have or complete PCQI training within 3 months of hire.

Pay range: $70,000.00 to $95,000.00

Compensation is based on level of experience, other relevant experience, and requirements of the position. The range provided serves only as a guideline and does not automatically qualify all candidates (internal or external) for the high end of the range.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule: 8 hour shift

Denver, CO 80221: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

QA/QC: 5 years (Required)

Management: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Closing Date: 09/25/2025

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