About this role
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Coordinator
Recruiting Partner: Michael Lanzetta
Los Angeles, California | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $90,000 to $100,000 | Job ID: 182572
Job Summary
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Coordinator
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Food Safety & Quality Assurance Coordinator to join a respected snack food manufacturing and co-packing organization. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to support food safety compliance, quality control, and supplier oversight while working directly on the production floor and collaborating with diverse teams.
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Coordinator Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Nutrition, or related field, OR associate degree plus 2+ years relevant food manufacturing experience
- 1–3 years of experience in food manufacturing QA, food safety, or related roles
- Working knowledge of HACCP principles and critical control point monitoring
- Familiarity with FDA FSMA regulations and GMPs (21 CFR Part 110/117)
- Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Comfortable working hands-on in a production environment
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Coordinator Preferred Background & Skills
- PCQI and HACCP certifications (or willingness to obtain within 6 months)
- Experience with SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000, or other GFSI food safety systems
- Background in snack food, dried fruit/vegetable, or produce manufacturing
- Knowledge of Organic (NOP) and Non-GMO certification requirements
- Familiarity with dehydration, baking, or extrusion manufacturing processes
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Coordinator Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Review pre-shipment samples including visual assessments and Certificates of Analysis (COAs)
- Monitor daily HACCP activities, GMPs, sanitation inspections, and allergen controls on the production floor
- Support documentation and recordkeeping for FSMA Preventive Controls, pest control, and environmental monitoring
- Collect and submit samples for microbiological and chemistry testing; assist with shelf-life and stability programs
- Track and communicate quality issues, nonconformances, and corrective actions with suppliers, manufacturers, and management
- Coordinate mock recalls, traceability drills, and prepare records for audits
- Provide support and training to manufacturing plants and warehouse teams on quality and food safety procedures
This role is ideal for a detail-focused professional passionate about food safety who enjoys working directly in manufacturing environments and advancing quality assurance programs.
JOB ID: 182572