Food Safety Manager Job at Sterling Engineering, Stockton, CA

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  • Sterling Engineering
  • Stockton, CA

Job Description

We’re Hiring: FSQA Manager | Stockton, CA

Salary: $93,000–$115,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K

Are you an experienced FSQA professional looking to make a significant impact in bakery operations? We’re seeking a dedicated Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager to lead our food safety and quality programs and drive excellence across our bakery.

In this role, you will:

  • Champion food safety and quality strategies, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards.
  • Lead and develop a talented FSQA team—driving performance, fostering a strong food safety culture, and supporting ongoing growth.
  • Oversee GMPs, HARPC, and all FSQA documentation using the ETQ platform.
  • Provide robust food safety and hygiene training to bakery and central services teams.
  • Conduct root cause analyses and drive continuous improvement to address non-conformances and elevate product quality.
  • Support third-party audits, regulatory inspections, customer visits, and GFSI (e.g., BRC) recertifications.
  • Evaluate preventive controls for physical, chemical, biological, and allergen risks.
  • Ensure traceability and recall programs are comprehensive and audit-ready.
  • Partner with R&D and production teams on new product launches, ensuring quality is maintained from development through production.
  • Conduct FSQA compliance assessments in bakeries and distribution centers.

What we’re looking for:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • At least 5 years of experience in food manufacturing—experience in bakery operations is preferred.
  • HACCP certification required; BRC or SQF certification is a plus.
  • Familiarity with GFSI standards and USDA/FDA regulatory requirements.
  • Strong foundation in microbiology, environmental monitoring, and GMPs.
  • Skilled in analytical thinking, documentation, and root cause analysis.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, and statistical tools.

If you’re passionate about building a strong food safety culture and driving quality improvements in every product, we’d love to hear from you.

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