Quality Systems Supervisor Jobs
Quality Systems Supervisor jobs are open across manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food and beverage, and aerospace, from team lead to senior supervisor level, with specializations in ISO compliance, CAPA management, and regulatory affairs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Description
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Quality Systems Supervisor oversees the day-to-day activities of Quality Assurance Technicians to ensure smooth QA operations and compliance with GSF, customer, and regulatory agency standards for food and packaging quality and safety.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Identifies, investigates, and troubleshoots food processing problems and non-conformances to ensure compliance with product and packaging consistency, safety, and quality standards and to increase production efficiency. (25%)
- Supervises the daily activities of assigned staff to ensure increase regulatory compliance, improve production efficiency, and ensure that QA policies and procedures are correctly implemented. (25%)
- Interacts with plan personnel to provide QA and safety-related information and to keep GSF and customers apprised of quality and safety concerns, opportunities for preventive maintenance, techniques, and regulations. (25%)
- Updates and maintains QA manuals, procedures, and techniques to ensure compliance with product and packaging consistency, safety, and quality standards and to increase production efficiency. (25%)
- Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.
LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Supervises between up to 10 QA Technicians and Senior QA Technicians.
PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES
- Productivity/quality standards: QA processes and procedures
- Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
- Domestic regulatory compliance
- Budget
- Cost containment
- Teamwork within the department and across departments
- Project/assignment standards
- Customer satisfaction
- Vendor relations
- Safety standards and procedures: food
- Safety standards and procedures: laboratory equipment and procedures
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Education and experience equivalent to:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or related field of science from an accredited college or university
Experience:
3 to 6 years of relevant work experience, with an understanding of food safety and regulations and supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):
- Food safety concepts and techniques (E)
- Food testing concepts and techniques (E)
- Quality assurance concepts and techniques (E)
- HACCP programs and related food safety regulations and processes (J)
- Food chemistry (J)
- Food microbiology (J)
- Food processing equipment (J)
- Supervisory concepts and techniques (J)
- Employee relations concepts and generally accepted practices (J)
- PC word processing/spreadsheet software (J)
Skill and ability to:
- Supervise and motivate up to 10 employees in a team-based environment
- Interpret QA anomalies and irregularities and identify appropriate solutions
- Interact effectively with employees at all organizational levels
- Conduct performance evaluations of direct reports
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
- Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy
- Perform a variety of food safety tests
- Work in a laboratory environment
- Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
- Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed
WHY JOIN US
Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.
Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:
- People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
- Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
- People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
- Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
- Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.
Golden State Foods uses artificial intelligence ("AI") and automated tools within our applicant tracking system to assist with parts of the hiring process, including reviewing applications, matching resumes to job requirements, scheduling, and, in some cases, analyzing candidate responses or assessments. These tools evaluate job-related qualifications and characteristics such as skills, experience, education, and alignment with the requirements described in the job posting. They do not evaluate race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Human decision-making: AI tools support—but do not replace—our recruitment team. Final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
For more information about your rights, data and retention, and contacting us with questions, please review our website Privacy Policy.
Description
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Quality Systems Supervisor oversees the day-to-day activities of Quality Assurance Technicians to ensure smooth QA operations and compliance with GSF, customer, and regulatory agency standards for food and packaging quality and safety.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Identifies, investigates, and troubleshoots food processing problems and non-conformances to ensure compliance with product and packaging consistency, safety, and quality standards and to increase production efficiency. (25%)
- Supervises the daily activities of assigned staff to ensure increase regulatory compliance, improve production efficiency, and ensure that QA policies and procedures are correctly implemented. (25%)
- Interacts with plan personnel to provide QA and safety-related information and to keep GSF and customers apprised of quality and safety concerns, opportunities for preventive maintenance, techniques, and regulations. (25%)
- Updates and maintains QA manuals, procedures, and techniques to ensure compliance with product and packaging consistency, safety, and quality standards and to increase production efficiency. (25%)
- Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.
LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Supervises between up to 10 QA Technicians and Senior QA Technicians.
PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES
- Productivity/quality standards: QA processes and procedures
- Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
- Domestic regulatory compliance
- Budget
- Cost containment
- Teamwork within the department and across departments
- Project/assignment standards
- Customer satisfaction
- Vendor relations
- Safety standards and procedures: food
- Safety standards and procedures: laboratory equipment and procedures
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Education and experience equivalent to:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or related field of science from an accredited college or university
Experience:
3 to 6 years of relevant work experience, with an understanding of food safety and regulations and supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):
- Food safety concepts and techniques (E)
- Food testing concepts and techniques (E)
- Quality assurance concepts and techniques (E)
- HACCP programs and related food safety regulations and processes (J)
- Food chemistry (J)
- Food microbiology (J)
- Food processing equipment (J)
- Supervisory concepts and techniques (J)
- Employee relations concepts and generally accepted practices (J)
- PC word processing/spreadsheet software (J)
Skill and ability to:
- Supervise and motivate up to 10 employees in a team-based environment
- Interpret QA anomalies and irregularities and identify appropriate solutions
- Interact effectively with employees at all organizational levels
- Conduct performance evaluations of direct reports
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
- Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy
- Perform a variety of food safety tests
- Work in a laboratory environment
- Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
- Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed
WHY JOIN US
Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.
Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:
- People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
- Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
- People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
- Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
- Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.
Golden State Foods uses artificial intelligence ("AI") and automated tools within our applicant tracking system to assist with parts of the hiring process, including reviewing applications, matching resumes to job requirements, scheduling, and, in some cases, analyzing candidate responses or assessments. These tools evaluate job-related qualifications and characteristics such as skills, experience, education, and alignment with the requirements described in the job posting. They do not evaluate race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Human decision-making: AI tools support—but do not replace—our recruitment team. Final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
For more information about your rights, data and retention, and contacting us with questions, please review our website Privacy Policy.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality systems supervisor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience managing a quality management system such as ISO 9001 or IATF 16949
- Demonstrated experience leading internal audits and CAPA processes
- Proficiency with document control systems and nonconformance tracking software
- ASQ certifications such as CQE or CQM preferred by most employers
- Experience supervising or mentoring quality technicians or inspectors
Tips for Your Quality Systems Supervisor Job Search
Align your resume to audit frameworks
Quality systems supervisors are evaluated on specific frameworks like ISO 9001, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, or IATF 16949. Name the exact standards you've worked under in your summary and experience sections so hiring managers spot your fit immediately.
Quantify CAPA and deviation outcomes
Vague claims like 'improved quality processes' won't stand out. Describe the number of CAPAs you managed, the root cause methods you used, and what measurable outcome followed, whether that's reduced nonconformance rates, faster closure times, or audit findings resolved.
Filter openings by regulatory environment
A quality systems supervisor role in medical devices requires FDA experience that a food manufacturing posting doesn't. When searching, look for the specific regulatory body named in the job description and match it to your background before applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists quality systems supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your industry and certification background and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare scenario answers for audit situations
Interviewers for this role almost always ask how you've handled a failed audit or a critical supplier nonconformance. Prepare two or three specific stories using the situation, action, and result structure before your first interview.
Negotiate using certification and scope
When discussing compensation, anchor your ask to the certifications you hold, like CQE or CQM, and the scope of systems you've managed, including team size, number of sites, and complexity of the QMS. These are the factors that differentiate offers in this role.
Quality Systems Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most quality systems supervisors?
The companies hiring the most quality systems supervisors right now include Golden State Foods, URBAN FARMER, and Energy Transfer, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and medical device companies consistently drive the highest volume of postings.
How do you become a quality systems supervisor?
Start by building hands-on experience as a quality technician or inspector, then move into a quality engineer or analyst role where you own specific processes like CAPA or internal audits. Earning an ASQ certification such as the CQE strengthens your candidacy. From there, taking on team lead responsibilities and demonstrating ownership of a QMS section positions you for a supervisor posting.
Can you get a quality systems supervisor job with little experience?
Moving directly into a supervisor role with no quality background is rare, but candidates from production, lab, or technical roles who have worked closely with quality teams can make a credible case. Focus on any direct involvement with nonconformance reports, audit preparation, or document control. Earning an entry-level ASQ certification before applying shows initiative and signals fluency in quality fundamentals.
What does the quality systems supervisor interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds. The first is typically a screening call with HR covering your background and regulatory experience. The second is a technical interview with the quality manager or director, where you'll walk through how you've managed CAPAs, handled audit findings, or led a QMS improvement. Some companies add a final round with cross-functional stakeholders from operations or regulatory affairs.
Where can I find and apply to quality systems supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to quality systems supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and certification level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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