Job Description: Assistant QA Manager

Location: Schulenburg, Texas

Salary: $80,000–$100,000 (10% Bonus Eligibility)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Flexibility may be required for a 24/7 plant operation)

Reports to: QA Manager

Direct Reports: 4 direct reports, 15 indirect reports

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant QA Manager to join our Schulenburg, TX facility. This is a newly created role designed to strengthen our Quality Assurance (QA) team and develop future leadership talent. Our facility produces Frito Lay/Tostitos cheese dips and salsas and operates 24/7 with a unionized workforce of approximately 240 employees.

The Assistant QA Manager will play a key role in overseeing quality assurance processes, managing lab operations, and ensuring compliance with food safety and regulatory standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing and a passion for quality and leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the QA Manager in overseeing all QA functions, ensuring adherence to HACCP, GMPs, SQF, and other food safety programs.

Supervise and mentor QA team members, including 4 direct reports and 15 indirect reports, fostering professional development and team performance.

Manage basic lab operations, including testing for solids, fats, pH, and other product quality parameters.

Prepare for and participate in external audits, including customer and regulatory inspections.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in quality and compliance standards.

Ensure compliance with all internal and external quality standards and regulations.

Serve as a resource for resolving quality issues and ensuring product integrity.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or similar).

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a QA supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.

Industry experience in food, beverage, or pharmaceuticals is required.

Experience with HACCP, GMPs, and SQF (or equivalent quality management systems).

Strong knowledge of lab operations and testing procedures.

Familiarity with union environments is a plus.

Proven experience working with external auditors and managing customer audits.

Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation support is available and may include a full relocation package or a sign-on bonus, depending on the candidate's situation.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading food manufacturing operation, build your expertise in quality assurance, and advance your career toward a QA Manager role. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing product quality and safety standards