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Supervisor, FSQA 1 - 2nd Shift

Aspire Bakeries
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Stockton
920 North Shaw Road (Show on map)
Oct 08, 2026
Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious? At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves! With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you As anFSQA Supervisor you'll play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. You'll lead a team of FSQA Technicians, oversee compliance with regulatory and customer requirements, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to maintain excellence in our bakery operations. If you're a detail-oriented leader with a passion for food safety and quality, apply today to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment! Responsibilities: Quality Management System Leadership - Maintain comprehensive documentation control of the Quality Management System (QMS), including procedures, records, good manufacturing practices (GMPs), and Food Safety Plans to ensure operational excellence. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with operations, maintenance, sanitation, warehouse, and other support departments to maintain safety, legality, and regulatory compliance while driving continuous improvement in bakery performance. Product Quality & Customer Requirements - Understand Critical to Quality Control Points (CTQCP) for all manufactured products, implement customer requirements, and ensure right-first-time quality delivery while minimizing customer complaints through root cause analysis. Team Management & Development - Provide day-to-day leadership of Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technicians, including training, performance management, skills development, and establishing talent matrices in collaboration with the FSQA Manager. Supplier Management & Material Control - Oversee supplier approval processes, conduct raw material performance monitoring, and ensure all materials meet specifications while maintaining strong vendor relationships. Investigation & Problem Resolution - Lead rapid investigations of product/process failures, determine root causes, implement corrective actions, and minimize production downtime while managing product exposure risks during incidents like foreign material contaminations. Audit Support & Regulatory Representation - Serve as trained backup for the FSQA Manager during regulatory, customer, and third-party audits, while maintaining expertise in Environmental Monitoring Programs and swabbing techniques. Food Safety Culture Leadership - Actively promote and lead food safety culture initiatives, including the SIFIRI (See It, Fix It, Report It) program through regular communication, education, employee recognition, and safety event coordination. Performance Management & Innovation - Manage departmental KPIs, identify technology enhancement opportunities, and handle supervisory responsibilities including hiring, performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions as needed. Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree or sufficient experience in the food industry is required. 3 years food industry manufacturing or quality experience including supervisory experience is required. Minimum of 3 - 5 years comprehensive food processing, food safety and quality experience with an extensive background in manufacturing food industry, HARPc, USDA, or FDA, preferred. Previous experience with GFSI, BRC, SQF and/or USDA audits desirable. Training in HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points) preferred Trained as a PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) preferred Good writing, analytical, and critical thinking skills Detail oriented, and possess strong computer skills Salary Range: $75,000-$80,000 Shift: 2nd Hours: 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Monday through Thursday Hours: Sunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Benefits Designed with You in Mind At Aspire Bakeries, we're committed to supporting your well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Company-paid life insurance Optional voluntary benefits Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave Paid time off and holidays Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match Short-term and long-term disability coverage Continuous Growth: Tuition reimbursement program Flexible Spending: HSA and FSA options Performance-Based Rewards: We value your hard work and dedication. That's why we offer performance-driven incentive programs tailored to your role: Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP): Recognizing individual and team achievements. Bakery Incentive Plan (BIP): Focused on achieving bakery-specific performance goals. At Aspire Bakeries, we believe that when you succeed, we all succeed. Join us and experience benefits that truly work as hard as you do! Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed In this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.