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Quality Assurance Manager

Omaha, NE · On-site

$75 - $90/hr

Develop, implement, and maintain robust Quality Assurance and Food Safety programs, including HACCP ... Develop and monitor key quality metrics (KPI's) and report performance to senior leadership.

Responsible for the regulatory compliance of all Food Safety and Quality programs, including ... Minimum of 5 years in management and/or senior supervisory role. * Excellent computer skills ...

This role leads the QA and Sanitation teams, oversees food safety programs, and manages audits, documentation, and compliance efforts. Key Responsibilities * Lead QA and Sanitation teams (13+ staff)

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How much do senior food qa manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior food qa manager 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 Senior Food Qa Manager vs Food Quality Assurance Specialist?

AspectSenior Food Qa ManagerFood Quality Assurance Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Food Science or related field; often requires management experienceBachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field; certifications like SQF or HACCP are common
Work EnvironmentLeads quality teams, oversees quality systems, and collaborates with management in manufacturing or processing facilitiesPerforms inspections, audits, and testing within production or laboratory settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in food manufacturing companies, quality departments, and regulatory agenciesCommonly employed in food production plants, laboratories, and quality assurance departments

The Senior Food Qa Manager focuses on overseeing quality programs, managing teams, and strategic planning, while the Food Quality Assurance Specialist handles testing, inspections, and day-to-day quality checks. Both roles are essential in maintaining food safety and quality standards but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Senior Food Qa Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,101 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Food Quality Assurance Manager

Johns Hopkins Healthcare

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Johns Hopkins Medicine rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 231 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

160th of 893 rated healthcare providers


Job description

The Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager is responsible to oversee and manage the current Food Safety Quality Assurance program and broaden the scope of our existing protocols to achieve a verifiable level of true world-class food safety and industry-leading quality. Working in close liaison with the Facility Manager, Operational and Production Staff, Food Safety Team, OHS Manager, and specifically the Quality Control Supervisors, Technicians, and most importantly, our plant personnel. Key focus on food safety, quality, teamwork, communication, the intimate details and fine-tuning of our existing protocols, policies, new product initiatives, product recall, and statutory and regulatory requirements for all the countries to which we export.
Knowledge:
• Management experience in Food Processing / Food Safety-Quality environment.
• Product / Process costing and AOP budgeting participation
• QMP/HACCP/BRC staff training and mentoring.
• Proven through detailed understanding of Advanced Food Safety & Quality Concepts.
• Proven working knowledge of "SPC's" Statistical Process Control - Quality Systems and Root Cause Analysis.
• Working knowledge of CFIA QMP/HACCP, FDA/FSMA, USDA, Codex Alimentarius, Microbial Pathogens, Statutory and Regulatory exports and strong participation in training to excel in these areas.
Education:
Successful completion of a University Science Degree, preferably majoring in Biology, Chemistry, and or Food and Nutrition Sciences.
Required Licensure Certification:
Registered Dietitian or Registered Diet Technician credential preferred.
Work Experience:
3-5 Years in food service or food production quality assurance-related work preferred.
Salary Range: Minimum 28.90/hour - Maximum 47.71/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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