Job Description
Job DescriptionQuality Control Manager$60,000-70,000Day Shift/ Direct Hire What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay of $60-70k plus additional compensation
- Schedule: Day Shift
- Location: Omaha, NE
- Direct hire with career growth and stability
Job DescriptionThe Quality Manager leads the Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) function to ensure compliance with SQF, FSMA, and customer requirements. This role oversees plant-level food safety systems, documentation, and quality initiatives while supporting continuous improvement across production operations. Acting as the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI), the Quality Manager upholds regulatory and customer standards to ensure product integrity, consistency, and safety.Responsibilities:
- Implement, monitor, and continuously improve the facility’s Food Safety and Quality Management System (SQF, FSMA)
- Serve as SQF Practitioner or backup, maintaining audit readiness and certification compliance
- Lead and develop FSQA Technicians and production staff on food safety and quality best practices
- Oversee non-conforming product management, corrective actions, and customer complaint investigations
- Coordinate and participate in internal and external audits (SQF, regulatory, and customer)
- Verify HACCP plans, calibrations, packaging checks, and metal detection programs for compliance
- Partner cross-functionally with Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation on quality and process improvements
- Maintain and analyze FSQA documentation, trends, and performance reports
- Support mock recalls, food defense, and crisis management exercises
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of quality or food safety experience in food manufacturing (bakery preferred)
- Certification as PCQI, HACCP, or SQF Practitioner (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Strong knowledge of SQF, FSMA, GMP, and HACCP requirements
- Proven leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with electronic quality management systems
- Ability to work in both production and office environments, including occasional weekends or off-shifts
Benefits and Perks:
- $60,000-70,000
- Medical Benefits
- Holidays
- Training & Growth
Your New Organization:A respected leader in the baking industry known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and tradition. As part of the Food Safety & Quality team, you’ll contribute to maintaining world-class standards while working in a collaborative and supportive environment that values excellence and long-term success.Your Career Partner:The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.The base salary range for this position is $60,000-70,000, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final salary will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future salary growth.