Entry Level Food Safety Manager Jobs
New grad food safety manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on lab project can outweigh a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Science & Research, with employers like CookUnity, NSF, and Perdue hiring at this level now.
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Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.
Summary
Join our team as a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician and play a key role in ensuring every product meets the highest standards! In this position, you’ll monitor production processes, verify compliance with company, regulatory, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, and help maintain a safe and high-quality environment throughout plant operations. This is your chance to make a direct impact on food safety, quality, and customer trust every day.
This position has a base rate of $25.10 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).
In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.
Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Accurately conduct product reviews for compliance to include grading, packaging and weights and related.
- Monitor enforces company Quality and Food Safety Policies.
- Perform product reviews on various products with Operations Group.
- Must be familiar with the facility’s Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Operation Procedures and implement Corrective Actions if deviations are observed.
- Must continually evaluate potential for foreign material contamination while in assigned work areas.
- Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management to meet department and operations business needs.
Minimum Education and Experience
- High school or equivalent.
- Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience in food quality and/or safety.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors
When in a plant environment:
- Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
- May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
- May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
- May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
- May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
- Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
- Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
- Able to stand for several hours.
- Work may include lifting (up to 50 lbs), reaching, bending, pushing boxes on conveyor assembly.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.
Summary
Join our team as a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician and play a key role in ensuring every product meets the highest standards! In this position, you’ll monitor production processes, verify compliance with company, regulatory, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, and help maintain a safe and high-quality environment throughout plant operations. This is your chance to make a direct impact on food safety, quality, and customer trust every day.
This position has a base rate of $25.10 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).
In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.
Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Accurately conduct product reviews for compliance to include grading, packaging and weights and related.
- Monitor enforces company Quality and Food Safety Policies.
- Perform product reviews on various products with Operations Group.
- Must be familiar with the facility’s Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Operation Procedures and implement Corrective Actions if deviations are observed.
- Must continually evaluate potential for foreign material contamination while in assigned work areas.
- Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management to meet department and operations business needs.
Minimum Education and Experience
- High school or equivalent.
- Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience in food quality and/or safety.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors
When in a plant environment:
- Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
- May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
- May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
- May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
- May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
- Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
- Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
- Able to stand for several hours.
- Work may include lifting (up to 50 lbs), reaching, bending, pushing boxes on conveyor assembly.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Entry Level Food Safety Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level food safety manager job?
Start by earning a food science, microbiology, or related degree, then pursue certifications like HACCP or ServSafe to signal practical readiness. Employers hiring at the entry level look for internship experience, familiarity with regulatory frameworks like FDA and USDA standards, and candidates who can demonstrate attention to detail. A resume that highlights lab coursework, food handling experience, or quality audits gives you a clear edge over candidates without hands-on examples.
Which companies hire entry level food safety managers?
Companies hiring entry level food safety managers right now include CookUnity, NSF, and Perdue, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from food manufacturers, grocery retailers, contract food service operators, and consumer packaged goods companies with active quality and compliance programs.
Are there remote entry level food safety manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field require on-site presence given the hands-on nature of food safety compliance work. About 33% of entry level food safety manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to focus on documentation, supplier audits, or regulatory reporting rather than plant-floor inspection duties.
Are these new grad food safety manager jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior food safety manager roles alongside other entry level postings. A listing is new grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-ops in place of full-time history, or calls out a portfolio of coursework and certifications as qualifying. If a posting lists a degree plus willingness to train, it is worth applying to as a new grad.
Which industries hire the most entry level food safety managers?
Entry Level food safety manager roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate under strict federal and state food safety regulations that require dedicated compliance staff even in smaller facilities and regional operations.