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Job Title:
Senior Beverage QA Manager

Type of Role:
Direct Hire

Shift / Hours:
Full-Time, Exempt

Location:
Salt Lake City, UT

Salary Range:
$146,000 – $173,000 per year (DOE)

About the Job:
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, high-volume beverage manufacturing company as the Senior Quality Assurance Manager. You’ll be the driving force behind food safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives—leading a culture of quality across production teams.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement key food safety, quality, and process consistency initiatives

• Monitor GMPs and food safety programs across the facility

• Train and mentor leads and operators on quality standards

• Ensure regulatory compliance with USDA, FDA, OSHA, and state agencies

• Serve as primary liaison for internal QA, customer complaints, and third-party audits

• Oversee contracted food safety services (e.g., pest control, water, chemical safety)

• Lead audits, maintain documentation, and enforce corrective actions

• Manage quality systems: HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, allergens, traceability, etc.

• Act as the site’s SQF Practitioner

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

• 6+ years in food manufacturing; 2+ years in QA management

• Experience with HACCP, GMPs, OSHA, USDA/FDA inspections

• Strong leadership and training background

• Familiarity with Gluten-Free regulations and microbiological testing

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Intermediate computer proficiency (Excel, documentation systems, etc.)

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (multiple plan options available)

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care

• Accident & Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Life and AD&D Insurance (basic employer-paid + voluntary options)

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Pet Insurance with employee discount and 24/7 support

• Legal Services Plan through LegalShield

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with immediate 100% vesting and company match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave

• Maternity & Paternity Leave

• Wellness Benefits and preventive care

• Tuition Reimbursement & Ongoing Professional Development

• Benefits eligibility starting the 1st of the month after hire

About the Company:
This food and beverage manufacturer is a trusted supplier to nationwide brands and retailers, known for their commitment to product innovation, safety, and operational excellence. Their mission-driven culture values transparency, continuous improvement, and people development.

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