Job Description

Our client, a food industry distributor, is looking for a Food Safety and Compliance Manager for their warehouse in Hickory, NC. The Food Safety and Compliance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the warehouse’s food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance programs. This role ensures that all warehouse operations meet or exceed local, state, and federal food safety regulations, as well as customer and third‑party audit requirements. The position plays a critical role in maintaining product integrity, preventing contamination, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in food safety and compliance. Salary starting at $75,000/year, commensurate with experience. Annual bonus opportunity. What you will do: Monitors and evaluates the company’s quarterly food safety & sanitation 3rd‑party audit program. Communicates findings and trends to Warehouse leadership. Acts as advocate during interaction with regulatory agencies and industry food safety groups. Reviews and follows up as necessary on all regulatory inspection reports pertaining to food safety, sanitation, weights & measures and food labeling. Verifies that temperature‑controlled environments and equipment are monitored and calibrated as required. Serves as subject matter expert to assist operations in resolving issues identified during quarterly food safety appraisals and regulatory inspections by developing corrective actions and implementing preventive measures. Focuses on continuously improving and strengthening food safety by collaborating with internal teams and external resources. Collaborates with warehouse inventory, logistics, and procurement teams to ensure proper handling, storage, and distribution of food products. Works with Training & Development to identify, develop, and implement training for food safety, quality, & sanitation. Conducts internal food safety training sessions for store associates. Delivers Food Manager Certification training and testing for required management positions. Oversees QA department programs, including, but not limited to, product recalls and withdrawals, customer complaints, label review and vendor audits. Develops and maintains an extensive Distribution Center audit program following established sanitation programs and the Distribution Center Food Safety Plan. Assists with the development and implementation of food safety materials; conducts program review annually to verify compliance with regulatory and company standards. Provides support with a range of crisis and emergency situations/imminent health hazards (i.e. pest infestation, water/power interruption, floor or sewage backup, etc.) that could result in injury, disruption of business, or potential regulatory enforcement action. Conducts investigations for food‑related illness and injury claims. Acts as backup for Recall program management. Works closely with Logistics, Warehouse, and Inventory Managers to ensure the highest level of efficiency within the overall operation, overseeing workload scheduling and delivery of product in the warehouse and operating powered material handling equipment as needed. Supervises associates, including staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution, promoting safety through reinforcement of current safety programs, additional programs, safety meetings, proper footwear and clothing, and discussions of workers’ compensation costs. What you will need to be successful in this role: At least 4 years experience in food safety management within a multi‑temperature warehouse environment. Strong knowledge of industry standards including HACCP, GMP, FDA regulations, and QA/QC practices. In‑depth knowledge of the warehouse operations process. Hands‑on experience with calibration tools such as calipers, micrometers, vision inspection systems, and coordinate measuring machines. Excellent analysis skills with the ability to interpret data collected from various measurement systems for decision‑making. Familiarity with quality management software and documentation practices. Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills. Ability to lead audits and training sessions effectively. Experience with operating powered material handling equipment. HACCP certification required. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Quality Assurance Industries Food and Beverage Services, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage Benefits: Medical insurance, Vision insurance, 401(k) plan. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Action Staffing Group by 2x. Get notified when a new job is posted. #J-18808-Ljbffr Action Staffing Group

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