Food Safety QC Manager

Watsonville, CA

Pack Fresh Processors – General /

Full-time Salaried /

On-site

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🥬 Food Safety QC Manager

📍 Watsonville, CA (April–Oct) & Yuma, AZ (Nov–March)

💼 Full-Time | Bilingual Required (English/Spanish)

Pack Fresh Processors is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Food Safety QC Manager to join our team! You'll play a key role in upholding food safety and quality standards in a fast-paced production environment, ensuring compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in dynamic settings, enjoys leading audits and inspections, and has a passion for food safety excellence.

Apply today and help us maintain the highest standards in food safety and quality across two thriving agricultural regions.

🔍 What You’ll Do

Oversee food safety and quality procedures on the production floor
Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, GHP, SOP, GSFI, Organic, and LGMA standards
Lead internal audits and support regulatory, customer, and third-party audits
Supervise documentation, training, and quality control checkpoints
Identify and address contamination risks and corrective actions
Actively participate in HACCP and food defense teams
Maintain accurate records and support hold-and-release programs
Escort guests and inspectors; lead facility tours when needed
Manage special projects and support the Director of Food Safety

✅ What You Bring

4–5 years of supervisory experience in a fast-paced environment
Bilingual (English/Spanish) – required
HACCP & PCQI certification (or ability to obtain quickly)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and tools like Heavy Connect
Experience with testing tools (ATP, ORP meters)
Strong leadership, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to work long hours, on your feet, in cold/wet conditions
Willingness to travel between Watsonville, CA (Apr–Oct) and Yuma, AZ (Nov–Mar) Must be onsite in AZ - will be provided per diem during that period.

🌟 Why Join Us?

Be part of a company committed to food safety and innovation
Lead meaningful work with high-impact responsibilities
Collaborate with a strong, mission-driven team
Seasonal variety in work location and tasks

$80,000 - $90,000 a year

Benefits:

Health Benefits available for purchase

401k available after 1 year of employment

40 hours of Paid Sick Time available after probationary period

Pack Fresh Processors is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.

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