Quality Assurance Manager

3 weeks ago

Reading PA, United States Sterling Engineering Full time

Quality Manager – Food & Beverage Manufacturing Location: Reading, PA Compensation: Up to $115,000 + 10% bonus Relocation Assistance Available Schedule: Monday–Friday (8am–5pm) + flexibility as needed Reports to: QA Director Direct Reports: 1 QA Supervisor + 2 Sanitation Staff About the Opportunity A leading dairy-based food manufacturer is seeking an experienced Quality Manager—or a strong Senior Quality Supervisor ready to step up—to lead quality and food safety operations at their Reading, Pennsylvania facility. This 70,000 sq. ft. plant runs 24/7, employs approximately 50–60 people, and produces a wide range of products including cream, condensed milk, malted milk powder, nonfat dry milk, skim milk powder, and whole milk powder. To be considered, candidates must come from a food or beverage manufacturing environment. This role offers clear advancement opportunities within the organization's broader Quality and Operations network. Relocation assistance is available. What You'll Do Lead plant quality and food safety functions and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies. Maintain audit readiness and manage comprehensive food safety, quality, sanitation, and pest control programs. Oversee daily documentation reviews for preventive controls, sanitation, lab results, production, and verification records. Train employees on FSMA requirements, food safety practices, and regulatory expectations. Provide leadership during unplanned events, emergencies, or customer complaint escalations. Maintain a proactive Environmental Monitoring Program with a strong "search and destroy" mindset. Collaborate closely with Operations, R&D, and Plant Leadership on continuous improvement and food safety–related capital projects. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biological Sciences, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5–8 years of Quality Assurance experience in food or beverage manufacturing — REQUIRED. Leadership, supervisory, or management experience; ability to coach and develop teams. PCQI, HACCP, and SQF Practitioner certifications preferred (or willingness to obtain). Strong knowledge of cGMPs, food safety systems, and regulatory requirements. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment. Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity Competitive salary up to $115k + 10% bonus Relocation assistance available Company with strong stability and industry presence Advancement opportunities beyond the Quality Manager level Meaningful work ensuring food safety and product integrity

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