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Position Summary
The FSQA Specialist supports development, implementation, maintenance, verification, and continuous improvement of Dutch Gold Honey’s food safety and quality management systems. Reporting to the FSQA Manager, this role focuses on SQF compliance, audits, CAPA, supplier approval, document control, regulatory readiness, and cross-functional continuous improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
A. Food Safety Systems and SQF Compliance (25%)
- Maintain and improve the SQF food safety management system, prerequisite programs, SOPs and verification records.
- Coordinate preparation for SQF, customer, regulatory and third-party audits; track assigned audit-readiness actions.
- Support reviews of HACCP/preventive controls, food defense, food fraud, allergen and sanitation programs.
- Track deadlines and support implementation of applicable SQF Edition 10 requirements.
B. Internal Audits and CAPA (20%)
- Coordinate and conduct scheduled internal audits; document findings in Safefood 360.
- Support root cause investigations, corrective action assignment, effectiveness checks and closure.
- Maintain audit and CAPA registers; escalate overdue or recurring findings to the FSQA Manager.
C. Supplier Quality and Honey Authenticity (15%)
- Maintain supplier qualification, approval and periodic reassessment records.
- Review supplier questionnaires, certificates, specifications, COAs and supporting compliance documentation.
- Support risk-based supplier reviews, honey authenticity/adulteration prevention and approved testing coordination.
- Track supplier nonconformances and escalate testing or compliance concerns.
D. Document Control and Regulatory Compliance (15%)
- Maintain controlled documents, revision histories, approvals, distribution and record retention.
- Support compliance with applicable FDA FSMA and 21 CFR Part 117 requirements.
- Maintain traceability, mock recall, food defense and customer compliance documentation.
- Support technical questionnaires and regulatory or customer documentation requests.
E. Environmental Monitoring and Sanitation Verification (10%)
- Support risk-based environmental monitoring and review trends, laboratory results and sanitation verification records.
- Assist investigations of adverse results and coordinate verification of corrective actions.
- Collaborate with FSQA Supervisor and lab personnel on complete, timely testing records.
F. Training and Food Safety Culture (10%)
- Maintain training matrices, completion records and follow-up on gaps.
- Support GMP, food safety and SQF-related training and food safety culture initiatives.
- Participate in Gemba walks and cross-functional food safety meetings.
G. Reporting and Improvement (5%)
- Prepare weekly/monthly compliance reports and KPI dashboards.
- Identify recurring deficiencies and recommend preventive improvements.
- Support management review actions and other assigned FSQA initiatives.
Authority and Accountability
- Identify and document nonconformances; initiate investigations and corrective action requests under approved procedures.
- Request compliance records and recommend product holds, supplier restrictions or verification activities.
- Immediately escalate significant food safety concerns to the FSQA Manager.
- Final product disposition, supplier exceptions, regulatory submissions and policy changes require delegated approval.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology or related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- Two to three years of food manufacturing FSQA or compliance experience preferred; GFSI-certified environment experience beneficial.
- HACCP, PCQI, SQF internal auditor/practitioner, food defense or food fraud training preferred.
- Working knowledge of GMPs, FSMA, CAPA, auditing, document control and supplier approval.
- Strong writing, analysis, Excel and collaboration skills; Safefood 360 experience preferred.
Reporting Relationships and Role Distinction
Reports directly to the FSQA Manager. Collaborates with the FSQA Supervisor, Senior Lab Technician, day/night FSQA Technicians, Production, Sanitation, Maintenance, Purchasing, Warehouse and HR. This position has no direct supervisory responsibility.
FSQA Specialist: food safety systems, documentation, supplier compliance, audits and CAPA. FSQA Supervisor: daily operational QA, laboratory oversight, technician coordination and shift-level verification.
Working Conditions
Work in office, laboratory, production and warehouse environments; standing and walking for inspections; required PPE and GMP compliance. Occasional shift flexibility may be needed. Reasonable accommodations will be considered as required by law.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Position Summary
The FSQA Specialist supports development, implementation, maintenance, verification, and continuous improvement of Dutch Gold Honey’s food safety and quality management systems. Reporting to the FSQA Manager, this role focuses on SQF compliance, audits, CAPA, supplier approval, document control, regulatory readiness, and cross-functional continuous improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
A. Food Safety Systems and SQF Compliance (25%)
- Maintain and improve the SQF food safety management system, prerequisite programs, SOPs and verification records.
- Coordinate preparation for SQF, customer, regulatory and third-party audits; track assigned audit-readiness actions.
- Support reviews of HACCP/preventive controls, food defense, food fraud, allergen and sanitation programs.
- Track deadlines and support implementation of applicable SQF Edition 10 requirements.
B. Internal Audits and CAPA (20%)
- Coordinate and conduct scheduled internal audits; document findings in Safefood 360.
- Support root cause investigations, corrective action assignment, effectiveness checks and closure.
- Maintain audit and CAPA registers; escalate overdue or recurring findings to the FSQA Manager.
C. Supplier Quality and Honey Authenticity (15%)
- Maintain supplier qualification, approval and periodic reassessment records.
- Review supplier questionnaires, certificates, specifications, COAs and supporting compliance documentation.
- Support risk-based supplier reviews, honey authenticity/adulteration prevention and approved testing coordination.
- Track supplier nonconformances and escalate testing or compliance concerns.
D. Document Control and Regulatory Compliance (15%)
- Maintain controlled documents, revision histories, approvals, distribution and record retention.
- Support compliance with applicable FDA FSMA and 21 CFR Part 117 requirements.
- Maintain traceability, mock recall, food defense and customer compliance documentation.
- Support technical questionnaires and regulatory or customer documentation requests.
E. Environmental Monitoring and Sanitation Verification (10%)
- Support risk-based environmental monitoring and review trends, laboratory results and sanitation verification records.
- Assist investigations of adverse results and coordinate verification of corrective actions.
- Collaborate with FSQA Supervisor and lab personnel on complete, timely testing records.
F. Training and Food Safety Culture (10%)
- Maintain training matrices, completion records and follow-up on gaps.
- Support GMP, food safety and SQF-related training and food safety culture initiatives.
- Participate in Gemba walks and cross-functional food safety meetings.
G. Reporting and Improvement (5%)
- Prepare weekly/monthly compliance reports and KPI dashboards.
- Identify recurring deficiencies and recommend preventive improvements.
- Support management review actions and other assigned FSQA initiatives.
Authority and Accountability
- Identify and document nonconformances; initiate investigations and corrective action requests under approved procedures.
- Request compliance records and recommend product holds, supplier restrictions or verification activities.
- Immediately escalate significant food safety concerns to the FSQA Manager.
- Final product disposition, supplier exceptions, regulatory submissions and policy changes require delegated approval.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology or related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- Two to three years of food manufacturing FSQA or compliance experience preferred; GFSI-certified environment experience beneficial.
- HACCP, PCQI, SQF internal auditor/practitioner, food defense or food fraud training preferred.
- Working knowledge of GMPs, FSMA, CAPA, auditing, document control and supplier approval.
- Strong writing, analysis, Excel and collaboration skills; Safefood 360 experience preferred.
Reporting Relationships and Role Distinction
Reports directly to the FSQA Manager. Collaborates with the FSQA Supervisor, Senior Lab Technician, day/night FSQA Technicians, Production, Sanitation, Maintenance, Purchasing, Warehouse and HR. This position has no direct supervisory responsibility.
FSQA Specialist: food safety systems, documentation, supplier compliance, audits and CAPA. FSQA Supervisor: daily operational QA, laboratory oversight, technician coordination and shift-level verification.
Working Conditions
Work in office, laboratory, production and warehouse environments; standing and walking for inspections; required PPE and GMP compliance. Occasional shift flexibility may be needed. Reasonable accommodations will be considered as required by law.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Food Lion125
- Amazon30
- Smithfield Foods23
- Chromalloy20
- Peraton16
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals36
- Healthcare & Medical Services33
- Manufacturing26
- Electronics & Hardware26
- Consulting & Professional Services26
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance assistant jobs.
- High school diploma or associate degree in a related technical field
- Familiarity with standard operating procedures and quality management systems
- Experience with inspection tools and measurement equipment such as calipers and gauges
- Knowledge of CAPA processes and nonconformance reporting
- Proficiency with document control software and spreadsheet applications
- Understanding of GMP, ISO 9001, or FDA regulatory requirements
Tips for Your Quality Assurance Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to QA terminology
Hiring managers scan for specific language like NCR, CAPA, SOP, and GDP. Pull exact terms from each job posting and mirror them in your resume's skills and experience sections so your application clears the initial screening.
List every QA tool you have used
Quality assurance assistants are expected to know inspection tools, measurement equipment, and document control software. Name each one explicitly on your resume rather than grouping them under a vague category like 'quality systems.'
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality assurance assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your industry background
QA assistant roles in pharmaceuticals require FDA regulatory familiarity, while food manufacturing roles prioritize HACCP knowledge. Applying to openings in your specific industry means your existing background directly addresses what hiring managers need.
Prepare to walk through a past nonconformance
Interviewers frequently ask you to describe a defect or quality issue you identified and how you documented or escalated it. Have a clear, specific example ready that shows your process from identification through resolution or escalation.
Follow up with a note referencing audit or inspection experience
After an interview, send a brief follow-up that references a specific topic discussed, ideally tying it to a concrete QA task like an audit finding or inspection result. It reinforces your technical fit and keeps you top of mind.
Quality Assurance Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality assurance assistants?
Food Lion, Amazon, and Smithfield Foods are hiring the most quality assurance assistants right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent in pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing, where regulatory requirements create ongoing QA staffing needs.
How many quality assurance assistant jobs are remote?
About 35% of quality assurance assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, facility-based nature of most QA work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote arrangements include documentation review, supplier quality auditing, and regulatory compliance support where physical inspection is not required.
How do you become a quality assurance assistant?
Start by earning a high school diploma or associate degree in a technical field such as manufacturing technology, life sciences, or industrial operations. Build familiarity with QA fundamentals like SOPs, inspection methods, and basic statistical quality control. Entry-level roles in production or lab settings give you hands-on exposure to quality systems, and certifications like the ASQ Certified Quality Inspector can strengthen your candidacy.
Can you get a quality assurance assistant job with little or no experience?
Yes, many employers hire quality assurance assistants at the entry level and train on the job, particularly in food manufacturing, consumer goods, and contract manufacturing. Demonstrating attention to detail, comfort with documentation, and any exposure to structured processes, whether from coursework, lab work, or prior production roles, can substitute for direct QA experience in these postings.
What does the quality assurance assistant interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone screen focused on your background and familiarity with quality concepts. A hiring manager or QA supervisor then conducts a structured interview covering how you document issues, follow procedures, and handle discrepancies. Some employers include a facility tour or a brief practical assessment, such as reviewing a sample SOP or identifying a defect in a product photo, before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to quality assurance assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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