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Supply Chain Quality Manager
- F & S Fresh Foods (Equality, IL)
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Supply Chain Quality Manager
NJ • Quality Assurance
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Join the Fresh Revolution with F&S Fresh Foods!
Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada —every single day!
For over 40 years, we’ve been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers—from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh—from farm to family.
We’re not just about food; we’re about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100 full-time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day.
If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!
If food safety is your love language and supplier audits make your brain light up, this role might be your perfect match.
As ourSupply Chain Quality Manager, you’ll be the guardian of ingredient and packaging integrity—from farm and supplier all the way to our finished products. You’ll lead the charge in building and maintaining a strong, compliant, and resilient supply chain that meets regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and our own high internal standards.
You’ll work cross-functionally with Operations, Procurement, R&D, Sales, and external partners to ensure every ingredient we bring in is safe, compliant, traceable, and fit for purpose. This role blends technical expertise, relationship management, and practical problem-solving—and plays a critical role in protecting our customers, our brand, and our values.
What You'll Do
+ Own and continuously improve our supply chain preventive controls program
+ Qualify, monitor, and manage supplier performance across ingredients, produce, and packaging
+ Evaluate supplier audits, conduct onsite audits when needed, and drive corrective actions
+ Assess ingredient and supplier risk through vulnerability assessments and hazard analyses
+ Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, FSMA, GFSI, customer, and retailer requirements
+ Stay ahead of recalls, outbreaks, and regulatory trends—and translate them into action
+ Partner cross-functionally to approve ingredients, manage substitutions, and support launches
+ Serve as the go-to expert for supply chain regulatory compliance internally and externally
+ Keep SOPs current, provide training, and strengthen inbound supply chain processes
+ Use modern tools (Specright, Monday.com, supplier portals) to stay organized and proactive
Requirements
What You'll Bring
+ You bring both technical credibility and practical judgment—you know the rules, understand the “why,” and can apply them in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.
+ Strong working knowledge of U.S. and Canadian food regulations
+ Proven ability to analyze audits, regulations, and technical data—and turn them into clear action plans
+ Experience with supplier management portals (Azzule, TraceGains) and specification systems (Specright)
+ Comfort juggling multiple projects while maintaining strong attention to detail
+ Clear, confident communicator who can collaborate across Operations, Procurement, R&D, Sales, and suppliers
+ A mindset rooted in ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
+ A calm, solutions-focused approach—even when issues arise
Education & Experience
+ Bachelor’s degree in Bachelor’s degree in food science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Agriculture, or a related field(Equivalent experience will be considered)
+ 5+ years of experience in supply chain quality, supplier management, or food safety
+ Hands-on experience with FSMA, HACCP, Seafood HACCP, GFSI (SQF, BRC, etc.), and Produce Safety
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
Cold working environment (approximately 37°F) while at manufacturing facilities. Physical hazards of working in and about moving machinery
Our Values:
As we continue to grow and provide leading edge products to our customers, we understand hiring the right people and treating them well is critical to our success. Everything we do starts with our values. These are the beliefs that we share and that strengthen our team. Our values shape our thoughts and actions every day. At F&Sits Always FRESH and Always FUN!
Find the most positive path.
Respond swiftly, accurately, and nimbly.
Earn trust by sharing, helping, and keeping promises.
Serve up safety.
Have each other’s backs.
F&S Offers:
We are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program focused on your total well-being.
+ Competitive compensation package
+ A robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision
+ The opportunity to plan for the future with a strong 401(K) including company match
+ Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
+ Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.
F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of F&S Fresh Foods!
Salary Description
Starting salary dependent on qualifications
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