Overview
QA Shift Manager – Food Manufacturing Jobs in Owensboro, Kentucky, USA at AllSTEM Connections
NOW HIRING: QA Shift Manager – Food Manufacturing | Hands-OnLeadership Role!
Location: Owensboro, KY 42303 (Relocation Assistance Available)
Shift: Mon – Fri 6:30am – 2pm
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Shift-Based Role | Hands-On Production Floor Involvement
Are you a Quality Assurance leader with USDA & FDA expertise who thrives in a hands-on environment? Do you have food manufacturing experience and a deep understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and process controls? If so, we want to hear from you!
What You’ll Be Doing:
Lead & manage the QA team on your shift, ensuring all quality and food safety programs are executed effectively.
Be on the production floor—not stuck in a corporate office—working directly with plant operations to maintain compliance & drive quality improvements.
Oversee HACCP programs, SQF certification, customer audits, and USDA/FDA regulations.
Conduct pre-operational & operational inspections, manage pest control, sanitation, and microbiological testing.
Work closely with the Plant Manager & Sanitation Team to ensure a safe, clean, and compliant facility.
Investigate & resolve customer complaints by implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement strategies.
What We’re Looking For:
5+ years of QA experience in a food manufacturing environment.
Strong HACCP, SSOP, GMP, and SOP knowledge.
USDA & FDA experience—you know the regulations inside and out!
Hands-on leadership—this is a production-focused role, not a desk job!
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field (preferred).
Problem-solver & strategic thinker—you take initiative and get things done!
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Manufacturing and Management
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Base pay range
$85,000.00/yr – $90,000.00/yr
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Title: QA Shift Manager – Food Manufacturing
Company: AllSTEM Connections
Location: Owensboro, Kentucky, USA
Category: Manufacturing / Production (QA Specialist / Manager), Quality Assurance – QA/QC (Quality Control / Manager, Food Quality & Safety, Quality Technician/ Inspector, QA Specialist / Manager)
