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HACCP Certified, SQF Practitioner and/or PCQI preferred * Flexible - Work varying shifts to ensure the proper operation of the department * Work in a fast paced environment with the ability to make ...

... PCQI, HACCP, GMP, and all other Quality Assurance programs -Provides training to manufacturing employees on quality control processes, standards, and best practices. -Reports any programming ...

... PCQI, HACCP, GMP, and all other Quality Assurance programs -Provides training to manufacturing employees on quality control processes, standards, and best practices. -Reports any programming ...

PCQI certification required * Ability to pass a respirator fit test and perform duties while wearing a respirator * Strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail * Proven ...

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How much do pcqi jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for pcqi in Michigan is $102,744.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,100.00 and $123,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the PCQI position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI), you need a strong background in food safety regulations, hazard analysis, and risk-based preventive controls, often demonstrated by completing a standardized PCQI training program. Familiarity with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), food safety management systems, and tools like HACCP and internal audit software is essential. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication help PCQIs successfully identify risks and lead food safety teams. These skills ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and the implementation of robust food safety plans to protect public health.

What is a PCQI?

A PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing food safety plans in compliance with the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). They ensure that preventive controls are in place to minimize food safety hazards. PCQIs typically review production processes, conduct risk assessments, and oversee corrective actions to maintain compliance. This role is essential in food manufacturing and processing facilities to ensure product safety and regulatory adherence. Many PCQIs receive training through an FDA-recognized course to meet regulatory requirements.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a PCQI in a food manufacturing facility?

As a PCQI, your daily responsibilities revolve around overseeing and verifying the implementation of the facility's food safety plan, including conducting hazard analyses, monitoring preventive controls, and reviewing records to ensure compliance with FSMA requirements. You’ll often collaborate with quality assurance, production, and sanitation teams to identify potential risks and develop corrective actions when issues arise. In addition, you may be tasked with conducting internal audits, leading food safety training sessions, and preparing for regulatory inspections. This role is vital for maintaining the safety and quality of food products, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring the company meets all legal and customer standards.

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Sr. Quality Compliance Manager

Hearthside Food Solutions LLC

Kentwood, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New


Hearthside Food Solutions rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

339th of 435 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Job Summary:
The Senior Quality Compliance Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving and sustaining compliance across multiple USDA- and FDA-regulated facilities. This position ensures designated sites consistently meet regulatory, customer, and corporate requirements through oversight of audit readiness, validation programs, compliance responses, and continuous improvement efforts. The role supports and collaborates with local QAMs, provides training, and acts as a key resource during high-profile visits or regulatory inspections.
Job Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Ensure defined sites are audit-ready at all times, supporting QAMs in managing internal, customer, third-party, and regulatory inspections (USDA-FSIS, FDA).
  • Act as site liaison during regulatory or high-level customer visits in the absence of the QAM, supporting Regional QAMs or Directors as needed.
  • Ensure timely and complete execution of validation programs, including allergen validations, oven validations, SOP/SSOP validations, and annual Food Safety Plan reviews.
  • Ensure site management is following internal audit program, and monitor and track performance, escalate violations or when program is not in compliance.
  • Monitor allergen controls to ensure sites maintain a state of allergen readiness, with validated procedures, updated records, and compliant practices.
  • Support the development, review, and update of SOPs, SSOPs, HACCP, and Food Safety Plans in coordination with site as part of annual validation and improvement cycles.
  • Lead or support site audits, non-conformance investigations, and drive CAPA completion and effectiveness verification.
  • Ensure all compliance responses (internal, customer, or regulatory) are completed on time, and assist with drafting, reviewing, and submitting responses to ensure accuracy and alignment.
  • SQF Program management, including executing gap assessments, tracking and trending compliance.
  • Track training compliance and escalate gaps on critical job specific compliance gaps, such as CCP certifications training needs.
  • Issue and communicate updates related to policies, procedures, and regulatory changes, ensuring sites implement them effectively through training and documentation.
  • Partner with Procurement and Corporate QA on supplier compliance, ingredient risk evaluations, and resolution of supplier non-conformances.
  • Foster and support Food Safety Culture, providing ongoing compliance training and coaching to QA teams and broader plant personnel.
  • Understanding of Environmental program management and how Non conformances are tracked.
  • Customer Complaint Management across multiple sites
  • Execute and manage meetings to show progress.
  • Lead site management base trainings, such as CAPA training for managers.
  • Other duties as assigned by RQAM, FSQA Director or QA VP.

Required Competencies & Knowledge:
Knowledge of:
  • Makers Pride procurement, products and production processes.
  • Knowledge and experience with SAP, Master Data, Trace Gain, Alchemy a plus!
  • Microsoft Knowledge a must (Outlook, Word, Excel etc.)

Skilled in:
  • Demonstrated proficiency in advanced quality statistics, measurement systems analysis
  • and continuous improvement required.
  • Strong understanding of SQF/BRC and its implementation is required.
  • Experience w/ Quality systems and knowledge of pre-requisite programs required.
  • Knowledge of Customer Expectation management, including audit preparation and
  • program management.
  • Maintaining harmonious relationships and effectively communicating with all customers, suppliers, local, site and corporate-wide MP employees.

Ability to:
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, analytical ability, leadership strength and ability to effectively work with all levels of the organization.
  • Strong self-starter and can work with minimal direction.

Proficiency in: MS Office Suite, Excel, Power Point (SAP, Trace Gain a plus)
Certifications:
  • HACCP Certified (USDA-compliant) (Must unless has PCQI Certificate)
  • PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) (Must unless has HACCP Certificate)
  • SQF Practitioner or BRC Internal Auditor (preferred)

Work Environment:
  • Work is primarily done in an office setting.
  • Infrequent production environment exposure, which includes noise, dust, moving machinery, fork lifts and fluctuations in temperature.
  • Travel up to +30%

Physical Requirements:
  • Sitting at a work station for extended periods of time.
  • Stand, walk and climb stairs on an infrequent basis.
  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds on an infrequent basis.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in business/science-related field is preferred but will consider years of experience; post-graduate degree a plus.
  • Five (5) - Seven (7) years of related work experience, including experience managing and leading a Quality and food safety / sanitation staff in a related food manufacturing environment (i.e., baked bar, granola manufacture, bread, cold form bar, cookies, crackers, RTE etc).
  • Dual site FDA and USDA Experience preferred.
  • American Society for Quality Certification, such as CQE, CQM status is a plus.
  • Must be detailed-oriented, have strong self-confidence and leadership skills and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to uphold Makers Pride's mission, vision and values on a daily basis.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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