FSQA Manager

Job DetailsDescriptionAbout Ready FoodsReady Foods is a family-owned custom food manufacturer based in Denver, Colorado. Since 1972, we’ve partnered with foodservice operators to scale menu concepts with consistency, quality, and reliability.We produce a wide range of ready-to-eat and ready-to-use products—including soups, sauces, salsas, beans, and regional specialties—and are committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and being a true solutions partner to our customers.Position SummaryThis is not a traditional QA role. We are seeking a manager who believes quality should be built into processes—not inspected at the end.The FSQA Manager is responsible for supporting and strengthening our Food Safety & Quality Management System (FSQMS) while partnering with operations and cross-functional teams to ensure processes are designed to prevent issues, reduce variation, and deliver consistent product quality.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the implementation and continuous improvement of the Food Safety & Quality Management System aligned with FSMA, HACCP and GFSI standardsPartner with Operations to embed food safety and quality into daily production activities and standard workSupport audit readiness and actively participate in regulatory, customer, and third-party auditsUse data, root cause analysis, and Lean tools to identify and resolve process issuesMaintain HACCP plans and prerequisite programs, including validation, verification, and documentationSupport sanitation, environmental monitoring, allergen control, and GMP programs to ensure compliance and prevent contaminationManage supplier approval documentation, material specifications, and incoming material controlsSupport investigation and resolution of quality incidents, customer complaints, and product holdsParticipate in traceability exercises, mock recalls, and recall readiness activitiesTrack and communicate FSQA KPIs, trends, and improvement opportunities to leadershipMaintain document control systems, specifications, and labeling compliance processesSupervise and coach FSQA team members and provide day-to-day guidanceSupport training efforts to ensure employees understand food safety and quality expectationsReinforce a culture where food safety and quality are owned by all team membersQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Engineering, or related field required5+ years of experience in food manufacturing, FSQA, or quality systemsLeads by example with a hands-on, systems-focused approach to food safety and qualityPartners effectively with operations and cross-functional teams to solve problems at the sourceTranslates expectations into clear processes, standard work, and daily executionDevelops team capability through coaching, feedback, and consistent follow-throughStrong knowledge of FDA, USDA, FSMA, HACCP and GFSI standardsExperience supporting or improving quality systems—not just performing inspectionsStrong problem-solving and root cause analysis skillsExperience in Lean or continuous improvement environments preferredWhy Ready FoodsAt Ready Foods, we focus on building systems that make great work easier. You’ll be part of a team committed to continuous improvement and a culture where food safety and quality are embedded into how work gets done every day.