FSQA Supervisor
Onsite | Full-Time
This position oversees the ongoing operation of the facility’s Food Safety Management System, ensuring compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations as well as SQF, customer, and internal requirements. The FSQA Supervisor is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining food safety and quality programs, procedures, and training across the site to support regulatory compliance and product safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary site contact for regulatory agencies as well as second- and third-party audit activities.
- Lead internal audit programs, including verification, validation, and calibration schedules.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records supporting the facility’s food safety and quality systems and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure timely completion and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions following identified non-conformances.
- Execute investigations and support implementation of corrective actions as needed.
- Identify gaps in food safety and quality systems and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead FSQA team meetings and support communication across departments.
- Ensure the facility maintains a constant state of audit readiness.
- Supervise QC Technicians and housekeeping staff, providing direction and accountability for daily activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Safety, or related field with at least 5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- HACCP and/or SQF certification required.
- Experience with both USDA-FSIS and FDA regulations preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing or production setting.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Discount
- Referral Program
Schedule:
- 8–10-hour shifts
- Day shift, Monday to Friday with weekend availability as needed
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Safety, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least 5 years of relevant experience
- HACCP and/or SQF certification
- At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing or production setting
- Experience with USDA-FSIS and FDA regulations
What We Do
Kowalski Companies, Inc. is a family-owned Michigan food company rooted in Polish-American culinary traditions. It manufactures and distributes meat products, prepared foods, pierogi, twice-baked potatoes, salad dressings, and sauces. The business began with a Hamtramck smokehouse producing Polish kielbasa and has expanded through wholesale distribution and affiliated food companies while maintaining family recipes and a focus on quality standards.
