FSQA Director

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.

Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance - Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.

• Financial Security - A competitive 401(k) with immediate company match, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development - Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries' learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support - HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards - Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Director to join our team at our Ontario or Santa Ana location. As an FSQA Director, you will be accountable for leading food safety and quality programs across multiple bakeries, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, GFSI requirements, and Aspire's AIMS framework. This role requires you to be onsite four days per week, giving you hands-on collaboration with bakery teams and direct influence over the safety and quality of products reaching our customers.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $130,000-$160,000

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

• Lead and improve food safety and quality programs to support bakery performance and KPI achievement.
• Implement and enforce corporate policies including GMPs, HARPC, HACCP, AIMS, and recall/traceability programs.
• Serve as the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual, overseeing Food Safety Plans and preventive control validation.
• Ensure full regulatory and GFSI (BRC/SQF) compliance, including audit readiness and certification maintenance.
• Develop, coach, and evaluate QA leaders while ensuring bakeries are properly staffed and supported.
• Guide cross-functional teams on food safety, testing programs, shelf-life studies, and new product introductions.
• Maintain certifications (Organic, non-GMO, Kosher, Halal) and ensure customer requirements are consistently met.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of food manufacturing or quality experience, including multisite leadership.
• Comprehensive food safety and quality background including HACCP, USDA, or FDA experience.
• Certified in HACCP and trained in GFSI schemes such as BRC or SQF.
• Strong understanding of microbiology, GMPs, aseptic sampling, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, statistical tools, and SAP or similar systems.
• Ability to travel 25%-50% to bakery locations.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

• Lean Six Sigma training or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with GFSI, BRC, SQF, or USDA audits.
• Background in sanitary design, hazard analysis, and consumer complaint trending.
• Experience supporting new product launches in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills.

Call to Action

Ready to grow your career with a company that values your work and your future?
Apply today and become part of our team at Aspire Bakeries!

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.