Quality Assurance Manager

Greater Indianapolis, Indiana, United States


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Type: Permanent

Experience: Standard Management (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Category: Manufacturing / Production

Industry: Consumer Products and Services / Food Products & Services

Company: Management Recruiters of Zionsville (Indianapolis)

Reference ID: 40WBUW

Date Posted: 04/27/2026

Shortcut: http://jobs.mrinetwork.com/dYwkMg


A hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead all food safety, quality, and regulatory programs at a high-volume manufacturing facility is needed in Greater Indianapolis. This role is a critical member of the plant leadership team, responsible for driving a strong quality culture, ensuring audit readiness, and partnering cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain. 

 

This leader will be highly visible on the plant floor, influencing processes, people, and performance.

 

Responsibilities

  • Lead all site food safety and quality systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal standards
  • Own and manage HACCP, QMS, and prerequisite programs, including implementation, validation, and training
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, process optimization, and waste reduction
  • Investigate customer complaints and internal issues; lead Root Cause Analysis and CAPA execution
  • Oversee plant laboratory operations, ensuring accurate chemical, microbiological, and sensory testing
  • Establish, track, and communicate quality KPIs to plant and corporate leadership
  • Ensure effective sanitation programs, including validation, verification, and troubleshooting
  • Maintain audit-ready documentation and lead all customer, third-party (GFSI), and regulatory audits
  • Ensure on-time release of raw materials and finished goods to support production and customer fulfillment
  • Coach and develop plant personnel on food safety and quality standards; build a proactive quality culture

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive quality/food safety management experience in food manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of HACCP, QMS, CAPA, and GMPs
  • Experience with GFSI standards (SQF or BRC)
  • HACCP & PCQI Certification

Compensation:

  • Up to $150K base plus bonus potential and relocation assistance is offered

Contact:

 

Jenny Sochocki at Management Recruiters of Zionsville at 317-678-0120 or jenny@mriz.net

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