Job Description

Beecher's Handmade Cheese is excited to be opening a new cheesemaking facility in Shullsburg, Wisconsin, and we're looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to establish and lead our food safety and quality programs from the ground up.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who believes that quality is everyone's responsibility and who takes pride in doing things the right way. You'll help build the systems, standards, and culture that ensure every product leaving our facility reflects our commitment to exceptional quality and food safety.

What You'll Do
• Build and lead the facility's food safety and quality management systems, including HACCP, FSMA, and quality assurance programs
• Serve as the site's PCQI and ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and food safety requirements
• Oversee environmental monitoring, sanitation verification, internal audits, and CAPA programs
• Manage product release, traceability, recall readiness, supplier quality, and regulatory compliance activities
• Prepare for and lead customer, regulatory, and third-party audits, including GFSI certification
• Use data and root cause analysis to identify risks and drive continuous improvement
• Partner with Operations to embed food safety and quality into daily production
• Train, coach, and develop team members while building a culture of accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For
• 5+ years of quality assurance or food safety experience in dairy or food manufacturing
• PCQI certification and strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, FSMA, and food safety regulations
• Experience supporting or leading GFSI-certified facilities (BRCGS, SQF, or similar)
• Experience managing audits, investigations, corrective actions, and compliance programs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into action
• Proven ability to train and develop frontline teams
• Hands-on leadership style with a strong presence on the production floor
• High standards, attention to detail, and a commitment to doing things the right way

What Success Looks Like
• A facility that is consistently audit-ready and operating to the highest food safety and quality standards
• Quality and food safety expectations embedded in daily operations
• Risks identified and addressed before they impact product quality or customer experience
• Strong ownership of quality throughout the facility
• Safe, exceptional products that reflect Beecher's commitment to craftsmanship and excellence

Compensation & Benefits
The starting salary range for this position is between $80,000 to $100,000 per year, plus an annual bonus plan. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

About Us
Beecher's Handmade Cheese is known for award-winning artisan cheeses, our iconic "World's Best" Mac & Cheese, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As part of Sugar Mountain, a family-owned food company on a mission to Change the Way America Eats, we believe great food starts with great ingredients, exceptional people, and high standards. For nine consecutive years, we've been recognized as a Great Place to Work, and we're looking for people who want to help build something special.

Commitment to Our Communities
Sugar Mountain has created the Beecher's Foundation, a non-profit funded by a portion of sales from companies under the Sugar Mountain umbrella. Aimed at educating people about the prevalence of food additives and their possible health risks, the Foundation is about giving people the tools they need to make healthy eating choices for life.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where individuals of all cultures, genders, ages, sexual orientations, and abilities feel valued, respected, and empowered. Our goal is to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and creates an environment where everyone belongs.