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Safety & Compliance Manager

Watertown, SD · On-site

Role: Safety & Compliance Manager Accountability Chart Roles: * Safety - job sites and factory * Training * Employee training and development * LMA (Leadership + Management = Accountability)

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Safety & Compliance Manager

Watertown, SD · On-site

Role: Safety & Compliance Manager Accountability Chart Roles: * Safety - job sites and factory * Training * Employee training and development * LMA (Leadership + Management = Accountability)

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Fleet Safety & Compliance Manager

Lemont, IL · On-site

$8.0K - $10K/mo

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Fleet Safety & Compliance Manager

Lemont, IL · On-site

$8.0K - $10K/mo

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Safety and Compliance Manager

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

$100K - $110K/yr

As our Safety & Compliance Manager, you'll play a critical role in protecting the health and well-being of our staff members while helping build a culture where safety is part of every decision. This ...

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How much do food safety compliance manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for food safety compliance manager in the United States is $95,103.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a food safety compliance manager do?

A Food Safety Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring that a company’s food products meet all regulatory and industry standards for safety and quality. They develop and implement food safety policies, oversee inspections, train staff on proper procedures, and monitor compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Their work helps prevent foodborne illnesses and protects both consumers and the company’s reputation. They often collaborate with production, quality assurance, and regulatory agencies to maintain certifications and handle audits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a food safety compliance manager?

To thrive as a Food Safety Compliance Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and quality assurance, usually supported by a degree in food science or a related field. Familiarity with regulatory compliance software, auditing tools, and certifications such as ServSafe or SQF Practitioner is often required. Strong attention to detail, leadership, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for guiding teams and ensuring compliance. These competencies ensure food safety standards are rigorously maintained, minimizing risk and protecting public health.

What are some typical challenges faced by food safety compliance managers when implementing new regulations, and how can they be addressed?

Food Safety Compliance Managers often encounter challenges such as keeping up with frequently changing regulations and ensuring that all staff are properly trained and compliant. Implementing new regulations can also be difficult due to resistance to change or lack of resources. These challenges can be addressed by staying current with regulatory updates, providing regular training sessions for employees, and fostering a culture of food safety throughout the organization. Effective communication and collaboration with other departments, such as production and quality assurance, are also key to successful compliance.

What is the difference between Food Safety Compliance Manager vs Food Safety Auditor?

AspectFood Safety Compliance ManagerFood Safety Auditor
CertificationsServSafe, HACCP, ISO 22000ISO 19011, HACCP certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees compliance within food production and processing facilitiesConducts inspections and audits across multiple facilities or suppliers
Employer & Industry UsageFood manufacturing, processing, retailFood industry, consulting firms, regulatory agencies

The Food Safety Compliance Manager focuses on ensuring ongoing adherence to safety standards within a company, managing policies, and training staff. In contrast, a Food Safety Auditor conducts independent inspections and assessments to verify compliance. Both roles require similar certifications and operate within the food industry, but their primary functions differ: one manages compliance internally, the other evaluates it externally.

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Infographic showing various Food Safety Compliance Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,103 per year, or $45.7 per hour.

Food Safety & Compliance Manager

Post Holdings, Inc.

Fitzgerald, GA • On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Post Holdings rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

140th of 442 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook for the latest news.

About the Role

As our Food Safety & Compliance Manager, you’ll lead and strengthen our food safety culture at Fitzgerald, GA, ensuring products are made the right way—every time. You’ll be the go-to leader for food safety systems, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement, partnering across Operations, Quality, Sanitation, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to protect consumers and our brands.

Key Responsibilities
  • Own and evolve the site food safety & compliance programs (e.g., HACCP/Preventive Controls, allergen management, sanitation verification, environmental monitoring), ensuring they are implemented, maintained, and continually improved.
  • Overseeing sanitation programming for the facility.
  • Lead regulatory and third‑party audit readiness by setting standards, conducting internal audits, closing gaps, and coordinating successful external audits and inspections.
  • Drive a proactive food safety culture through training, coaching, and clear expectations—making food safety part of how we work every day.
  • Manage investigations and corrective actions for nonconformances, complaints, deviations, and food safety events; robust root cause analysis and preventive action effectiveness.
  • Partner cross‑functionally to influence process changes that reduce risk and improve quality and compliance outcomes.
  • Maintain documentation and records to support sanitation, compliance, traceability and rapid response when needed.
  • Monitor performance and trends (KPIs, audit findings, EMP results, sanitation verification, etc.) to prioritize actions and communicate progress to plant leadership.
  • Coach and develop others and building capability across the plant.
Why You’ll Love This Role
  • Make a real impact. Your work helps protect consumers and strengthens trust in products families rely on.
  • The best of both worlds: big company opportunity—strong resources, scale, and brand recognition—paired with a small company attitude where you can move, influence and see results.
  • Beloved brands, meaningful purpose: we’re united by our purpose to make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all.
  • A culture where you can thrive: an environment where you can do your best work, feel supported, and grow your career.
  • You’ll be seen: a highly visible role with direct influence on plant performance, capability, and culture.
Location & Travel
  • Location: This role is based in Fitzgerald, GA (on‑site).
  • Travel: Up to 10% travel may be required for audits, training, cross‑site collaboration, and business needs.
Ready to Make an Impact

If you’re ready to lead food safety with confidence, influence culture at the plant level, and build programs that stand up to the highest standards—we’d love to meet you. Apply today and discover just right for your next step.

What We’re Looking For Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years in food safety, quality, and/or compliance leadership in a manufacturing environment (food or CPG preferred).
Technical Knowledge
  • Strong working knowledge of FDA/USDA requirements as applicable, FSMA/Preventive Controls, HACCP principles, sanitation programs, allergen controls, and audit frameworks (e.g., GFSI schemes such as SQF/BRCGS — if applicable).
  • Experience leading internal/external audits, CAPA, and continuous improvement.
Leadership & Influence
  • Confident communicator who can coach at all levels—from the production floor to leadership.
  • Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable setting direction while also rolling up sleeves to solve problems.
  • Calm under pressure and able to navigate ambiguity with good judgment.
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