Quality Assurance / Controls Manager

Our client is a collective of entrepreneurial seafood experts specializing in premium seafood products. Together, they deliver exceptional products through a team-driven approach to sales, production, and operations. They are seeking a Quality Assurance / Controls Manager to lead their quality assurance and food safety efforts in their seafood processing operations. This is a pivotal role ensuring the highest standards of product quality and regulatory compliance, contributing directly to the company’s continued success.

This position offers employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits. You’ll be part of a committed and collaborative environment where your expertise will make a difference in a thriving industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, customer requirements, and third-party standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust Food Safety and Quality Control programs, including FDA, USDA (HACCP), NOAA, MRAG (MSC), and State of Alaska Food Safety and Sanitation protocols.
• Conduct regular facility inspections, audits, and mock recalls to ensure readiness and traceability compliance.
• Host and coordinate third-party audits and customer visits.
• Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) throughout production, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing corrective measures.
• Prepare reports to communicate quality assurance findings to production teams and management.
• Provide training across departments on regulatory policies, company standards, and food safety protocols.
• Supervise and mentor quality assurance staff to uphold company standards, ensure accuracy in metrics, and maintain accountability.
• Perform root cause analyses and implement changes to prevent recurrence of quality issues.
• Inspect equipment, monitor production processes, and take samples to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with corporate QC and sales representatives to support facility operations.
• Spend significant time on the processing floor and travel seasonally between facilities in Washington and Alaska.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of quality control experience in seafood processing, with expertise in groundfish, shellfish, and salmon.
• Certifications and in-depth knowledge of HACCP, Food Safety Quality, SQF, and GFSI standards.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing food safety and quality control programs.
• Proficiency with office applications and the ability to quickly learn new software and systems.
• Strong leadership skills with a detail-oriented approach to tasks and problem-solving.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site in production facilities during peak seasons.

Competencies

• Expertise in quality assurance principles and inspection techniques.
• Strong data analysis and root cause problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of industry-specific quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Effective leadership, team collaboration, and training skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards.

If you are a seasoned quality control professional with a passion for excellence in seafood production, we encourage you to apply and join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional products to the market.