Premier poultry processor is seeking a 1st Shift FSQA Supervisor for their Bridgewater, VA plant.  This position: 

• Develops programs and procedures to ensure regulatory and company food safety requirements are met and maintained.  

• Updates, manages and maintains the SSOP and HACCP and other prerequisite programs in an organized and effective manner.

• Audits all SSOP and HACCP records providing timely feedback to management.

• Maintains a positive relationship with the USDA and keeps up with the regulations concerning SSOP and HACCP programs.

• Responsible for training and documentation of training of all levels of plant associates concerning SSOP and HACCP programs.

• Hands on involvement in all food safety problems that arise during the shift and developing appropriate solutions and corrective actions/preventative measures for those problems.

• Conducts validations of scientific data that support facility food safety decisions as needed yearly.

Requirements:  Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Operations Management, Biology or Chemistry plus 2 -3 years of experience in FSQA in the food industry.   Specifically:

• HACCP certification or willingness to get one.

• Must have at least 1 full year of supervisory experience (2 is preferred.)

• Be familiar with HACCP and SSOP requirements to include monitoring and implementing validation processes. 

• Knowledge of USDA regulations including GMP, SSOP and HACCP and labeling.

• Must have experience with food safety plant style audits.