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Campbell's

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$69K - $99K/yr

PCQI Cert, HAACP, SQF Practitioner exp Compensation and Benefits: The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $69,400-$99,800 Individual base pay depends on work ...

Custom Foods

Quality Assurance Technician

De Soto, KS · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

HACCP/PCQI certification Bilingual English/Spanish a plus Details: $18 - $22/hr starting wage depending on experience Food Manufacturing/Warehouse environment Benefit-eligible, full-time position ...

Custom Foods

Quality Assurance Technician

De Soto, KS · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

HACCP/PCQI certification Bilingual English/Spanish a plus Details: $18 - $22/hr starting wage depending on experience Food Manufacturing/Warehouse environment Benefit-eligible, full-time position ...

TRI 3, Inc.

Quality Assurance Technician

De Soto, KS · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

... PCQI certification • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus Details: • $18 - $22/hr starting wage depending on experience • Food Manufacturing/Warehouse environment • Benefit-eligible, full-time ...

Old Souls Farm

Quality Clerk

Springfield, OH

$22/hr

OSF Job Title Quality Clerk Department Quality FLSA Status Non-Exempt Hourly Job Type Fulltime ... Must have, or be able to obtain, HACCP and PCQI certifications * Must be able to drive a forklift.

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How much do full time pcqi jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time pcqi in the United States is $97,101.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Pcqi vs Full Time Quality Control Inspector?

AspectFull Time PcqiFull Time Quality Control Inspector
CertificationsPCQI certification requiredTypically requires QC-related certifications
Work EnvironmentFood manufacturing, processing facilitiesManufacturing, production lines, quality labs
Employer & IndustryFood industry, regulatory complianceManufacturing plants, quality assurance
Job FocusPreventive controls, HACCP complianceInspection, sampling, quality verification

Full Time Pcqi professionals focus on implementing and maintaining food safety preventive controls, ensuring compliance with regulations. In contrast, Full Time Quality Control Inspectors primarily perform inspections and sampling to verify product quality. Both roles are essential in manufacturing but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are Full Time PCQI jobs?

Full Time PCQI jobs refer to positions where an individual serves as a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) on a full-time basis. A PCQI is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing food safety plans in compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), specifically the Preventive Controls for Human Food rule. These roles are typically found in food manufacturing, processing, or packaging companies. The PCQI ensures that food safety programs are up to date, records are properly maintained, and that the facility adheres to regulatory standards. Full-time positions require a thorough understanding of food safety regulations and often involve staff training and internal audits.

What are some common challenges a full-time PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) faces in maintaining compliance with FSMA regulations?

A full-time PCQI often encounters challenges such as keeping up with evolving FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) regulations, ensuring all team members adhere to preventive controls, and maintaining thorough documentation for audits. Coordinating training across different shifts and departments to ensure everyone understands critical control points can be demanding. Additionally, managing corrective actions promptly and effectively, especially after non-conformances or recalls, requires strong communication and leadership skills to foster a robust food safety culture.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time PCQI, you need in-depth knowledge of food safety regulations, preventive controls, and typically a relevant degree in food science or a related field, along with PCQI certification. Familiarity with HACCP plans, FSMA requirements, and audit management systems is crucial. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set outstanding candidates apart. These competencies ensure compliance, reduce food safety risks, and support continuous improvement in food manufacturing environments.
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Compliance Coordinator - PCQI

Compliance Coordinator - PCQI

Darling Ingredients Inc.

Grapeland, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Darling Ingredients rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

167th of 380 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Company Details
Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy.
Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to the following: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off.
Job Summary
The Compliance Coordinator - Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) is responsible for the daily facility implementation of the DII food safety and quality system. This includes developing and maintaining the Food Safety Plan, overseeing management components of preventive controls, implementing prerequisite programs (CGMPs), and training qualified individuals to meet FSMA requirements and other assigned quality assurance and food safety job responsibilities.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
  • Serves on Facility Product Safety Team.
  • Responsible for writing and maintaining the facility food safety plan/s in cooperation with the corporate Quality Assurance and Product Safety Team.
  • Maintains the most current version of the Food Safety Plan on the Quality Assurance and Product Compliance SharePoint site. Maintains accessibility of the most current version of the Food Safety Plan onsite, either paper or electronic copy.
  • Leads the annual food safety team review of the facility Food Safety Plan.
  • Performs/observes activities as outlined in the Food Safety plan. Implements facility CGMPs and COR policies.
  • Verifies daily forms that are kept for CGMPs.
  • Performs weekly, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual, and yearly QA activities.
  • Certified PCQI holds the plant employees accountable for daily activities, reports to plant management.
  • Assists with training of all plant and fleet personnel on food safety requirements and CGMPS as applicable. Includes training a backup of the job duties and responsibilities in the absence or unavailability of the Compliance Coordinator.
  • Promotes a proactive food safety culture at all times.
  • Helps host regulatory inspections, as well as internal, third party, and customer audits. Maintains resulting documentation/reports from these types of visits, including corrective and preventive actions as applicable.
  • Attends regularly scheduled food safety, turnover, and safety meetings.
  • Maintains clean, neat and orderly work areas at all times.
  • Responsible for using assigned safety equipment including a hard hat, safety glasses or goggles, ear plugs and responsible for being familiar with and observing all Company safety rules and regulations.
  • Responsible for observing all Company safety rules and regulations, recognizing safety as a top Company priority.
  • All other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • PCQI certification in human food or animal food, or must become certified through Darling-lead or industry FDA recognized curriculum completion.
  • Minimum of 1-year experience in quality assurance, food production, agriculture, or related field.
  • Must be able to work weekends and holidays as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Safety & Environmental, Industrial Management or related field preferred
  • Previous experience/knowledge of FSMA, food safety, and quality assurance programs.
  • Highly organized; superior time management skills.
  • Exceptional communication skills both written and oral.
  • Self-motivated; self-starter; able to multi-task.
  • Works well with others in a team environment.
  • Good computer skills in Microsoft Office applications.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients.
Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or, protected veteran status. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser:
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties of this job.
Working Environment
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