JOB DETAILS

FSQ Positive Release Supervisor

CompanyGehl Food & Beverage
LocationWalterboro
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 28, 2026
About The Company
Gehl Foods is a leader in ready-to-serve “aseptic” foods & beverages that lock in dairy freshness without refrigeration. Under its Gehl’s® brand and many private labels, the company serves over 200,000 retailers, foodservice operators and distributors throughout the US. Gehl Foods also serves as a strategic partner and major contract manufacturer for several global brands.
About the Role

Description

Now Hiring: FSQ Specialist
Reports To:  QA Manager


Why join our team?  

  • Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match   
  • Generous PTO & holidays   
  • Growth opportunities to expand skillsets & enhance career   
  • Amazing team & culture focused on:?? Communication | Community | Wellness    

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:  

  • Tuition reimbursement   
  • HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution   
  • Referral bonus program   
  • Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more   
  • Proven continued business growth for future opportunities  

Position Overview
Reporting to the FSQ Manager, the FSQ Positive Release Supervisor ensures compliance with positive release processes for finished goods, raw materials, and packaging materials. This role oversees food safety record reviews, finished goods release in the ERP system, laboratory coordination, and compliance with GMP, FSMA, FDA, and GFSI standards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Review and approve food safety and quality records across batching, processing, filling, packaging, and sanitation. 
  • Oversee laboratory testing records, including analytical, microbiological, and package integrity testing. 
  • Supervise Positive Release Specialists and lab technicians. 
  • Coordinate finished goods release and inventory transactions within the ERP system. 
  • Maintain release logs, deviation tracking, KPI reporting, and electronic production records. 
  • Support root cause investigations, customer complaints, and quality event management. 
  • Collaborate with operations and external customers to resolve quality and compliance issues. 
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement. 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; combination of education and food manufacturing experience preferred. 
  • 3+ years of leadership experience in Quality & Food Safety within food or beverage manufacturing. 
  • Experience with food/beverage laboratory operations and microbiological or commercial sterility testing. 
  • Strong knowledge of GMPs, FSMA, FDA regulations, and ERP systems (SAP, Ross, etc.). 
  • Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Engineering, Chemistry, or related field. 
  • Experience with aseptic processing and packaging. 
  • Better Process Control School (Aseptic Packaging) completion. 
  • PCQI certification, HACCP training, and Six Sigma certification. 
  • Experience developing and implementing food safety and quality systems.
Key Skills
Positive Release ProcessesFood Safety Record ReviewERP SystemsLaboratory CoordinationGMP ComplianceFSMA RegulationsFDA StandardsGFSI StandardsMicrobiological TestingRoot Cause InvestigationQuality Event ManagementLeadershipAseptic ProcessingHACCPPCQISix Sigma
Categories
Food & BeverageManufacturingScience & ResearchManagement & LeadershipSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) MatchPaid Time OffHolidaysTuition ReimbursementHSA Medical PlanReferral Bonus ProgramShopping And Travel Discounts
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The FSQ Positive Release Supervisor ensures compliance with positive release processes for finished goods, raw materials, and packaging. This includes overseeing food safety records, managing laboratory testing, and coordinating inventory transactions within the ERP system.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
309
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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