How you will make history here…
Responsible for managing the plant Quality Assurance Soup Laboratories including Chemistry Lab and Microbiological Lab. Also, in conjunction with Quality Systems Manager, Logistics, Operations and R/D, coordinate releases of products, startups of new and reformulated products, supplier and incoming materials COA’s, and Noncompliance’s. Manage laboratory data and coordinate resolution of specification issues with materials and products.
What You Will Do
As a Quality Assurance Laboratory Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring product integrity and compliance throughout the manufacturing process. Your responsibilities will include:
Product Start-Ups:
Coordinate test runs and new product/reformulation start-ups in collaboration with Plant Operations, R&D, and Quality teams.
Report outcomes and recommend next steps to management.
Ensure new products meet specifications and compliance standards, and lead corrective action plans when issues arise.
Specifications Compliance:
Oversee product sampling schedules and ensure adherence to food safety and quality requirements.
Maintain and analyze quality data using MES, Zarpac, Historian, Power BI, and other tools.
Supervise lab technicians, troubleshoot out-of-spec results, and ensure daily quality panels are completed accurately.
Supplier Quality:
Manage supplier quality monitoring programs, including ingredient sampling and non-conformance reporting.
Collaborate with Purchasing and Supply Quality teams to resolve supplier issues and maintain compliance.
Quality Department Support & Product Release:
Support audits, commercialization, mock recalls, and operational excellence initiatives.
Ensure timely product releases, including set-asides and incubated products, while maintaining compliance with SAP, WMS, and related systems.
Who You Will Work With
You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Procurement, R&D, Engineering, and corporate partners. This role requires strong coordination with WHQ Quality Assurance and Business Quality teams to resolve issues quickly and effectively. You’ll also serve as a resource for supplier quality concerns and work closely with Purchasing for inspections and evaluations.
What Sets Our Team Apart
Our team is passionate about innovation and quality excellence. We don’t just maintain standards—we continuously improve them. You’ll join a collaborative environment where your expertise drives impactful decisions, ensuring that every product meets the highest standards of safety, taste, and consistency.
The Future of Our Business
At Campbell’s, we’re committed to shaping the future of food through innovation, sustainability, and uncompromising quality. As consumer expectations evolve, our QA team plays a pivotal role in delivering products that delight and nourish. Your work will directly influence new product launches and help us stay ahead in a competitive market.
What you bring to the table…
Bachelor’s degree (Minimum Qualification)
3 years of experience in the food industry with demonstrated experience/achievements in Quality Assurance or laboratory practices. (Minimum Qualification)
It would be great to have…
Bachelor of Science degree in food science, biology, microbiology or a related technical field
HACCP and/or PCQI certified preferred.
Proven strengths and in-depth knowledge of computer-based systems for management of labs and lab quality data. Strong computer skills and background in food safety, microbiology and food science is needed.
Ability to evaluate lab and specifications programs under their responsibility for effectiveness, accuracy, and adequacy.
Ability to partner with many diverse groups including Plant Operations, Supply Chain, Purchasing, and other technical organizations/associations to effectively manage issues and operational savings opportunities within supplier quality management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience in auditing and training a diverse work group.
Join our talent community
We’re proud to be a purpose-driven company. Our goal is simple: to connect people through food they love. It’s the reason we innovate, grow, and show up every day because food brings people together.