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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 Lion124
- Amazon29
- 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 coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, or business-related field
- Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or ISO 13485
- Proficiency in CAPA processes, root cause analysis, and corrective action documentation
- Familiarity with document control, audit scheduling, and nonconformance reporting
- Knowledge of regulatory standards relevant to the industry such as FDA, GMP, or HACCP
- Strong written communication skills for creating quality reports and audit documentation
Tips for Your Quality Assurance Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to QA terminology
Hiring managers scan for terms like corrective action, nonconformance reports, and audit documentation. If your resume uses vague language like 'checked quality' instead of 'conducted internal audits against ISO 9001 standards,' you'll get filtered out before anyone reads it.
List every QA tool you have used
Quality assurance coordinators are expected to know specific tools: CAPA software, document control systems, statistical process control platforms, or industry-specific trackers. Name them explicitly in a skills section so your application clears keyword filters in applicant tracking systems.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality assurance coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry certification requirements
Many quality assurance coordinator roles in medical devices, food manufacturing, or aerospace require familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 820, HACCP, or AS9100. Filter your search by industry and read the compliance requirements carefully before applying so you can speak to them directly.
Prepare scenario answers for audit situations
Interviewers for QA coordinator roles almost always ask how you handled a failed inspection, a supplier nonconformance, or a process deviation. Prepare two or three concrete examples with specific outcomes, not general descriptions of your responsibilities.
Negotiate by citing certification and scope
When discussing offers, tie your ask to your certifications like CQA or CQE, the number of product lines or facilities you have supported, and the complexity of the compliance frameworks you have worked within. Generic experience claims carry less weight than specific scope.
Quality Assurance Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality assurance coordinators?
The companies hiring the most quality assurance coordinators right now include Food Lion, Amazon, and Smithfield Foods, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and medical device sectors.
How many quality assurance coordinator jobs are remote?
About 35% of quality assurance coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though this share varies by industry. Document control, supplier quality management, and audit coordination roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to production floors or laboratory environments typically require on-site presence.
How do you become a quality assurance coordinator?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, engineering, or business. Build hands-on experience in a QA support role, working with inspection processes, documentation systems, and internal audits. Earning a certification such as the Certified Quality Auditor or Certified Quality Improvement Associate strengthens your profile. Familiarity with the compliance standards used in your target industry is essential before applying at the coordinator level.
Can you get a quality assurance coordinator job with little experience?
Yes, some quality assurance coordinator openings are open to candidates with limited direct experience, particularly in industries that offer structured onboarding or in roles focused on documentation and administrative QA support. Demonstrating knowledge of quality management principles, attention to detail in past roles, and any exposure to audit processes or compliance documentation will strengthen an entry-level application significantly.
What does the quality assurance coordinator interview process look like?
The process typically includes an initial screening call focused on your familiarity with quality systems and relevant industry standards, followed by one or two interviews with the QA manager or cross-functional team. Expect scenario-based questions about how you have handled nonconformances, managed audit documentation, or responded to inspection findings. Some employers include a written exercise or ask you to walk through a sample CAPA report.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to quality assurance coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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