Dairy Quality Assurance Specialist

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA); Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) Match

Wellness Support

Time Off

Education Assistance

Rosetta Stone access

Product/employee discounts

Job summary

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) seeks a Quality Specialist to perform microbial and chemical analyses of milk and ice cream, manage QA records in LIMS and D365, and support audits and training across the facility.

The role requires lab experience and strong attention to detail, with a history of teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to work weekends. This position is DOE with competitive benefits and a path for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in dairy science or related field.
• 3 years lab experience; will substitute for education.
• Practical experience in a quality assurance position and/or microbiology-food testing laboratory.
• Possess good sensory taste acuity.
• Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• The QA Specialist performs microbial and chemical analysis of milk and ice cream; other testing to include milk components, sensory evaluation, antibiotics, added water, sediments and drinking water.
• Performs data entry of information into NAV and occasional correspondence via email.
• Utilizes LIMS and/or D365 to log Quality Control tests, lookup inventory and document product/ingredient dispositions.
• Develops procedures and work instructions for area of responsibility and provides training as needed.
• Must be a team player and be able to interact with staff at all levels of the company.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Time management

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in dairy science or related field

Lab experience may substitute for education

Tools

LIMS

D365 ERP

SharePoint

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) seeks a Quality Specialist to perform microbial and chemical analyses of milk and ice cream, manage QA records in LIMS and D365, and support audits and training across the facility.

The role requires lab experience and strong attention to detail, with a history of teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to work weekends. This position is DOE with competitive benefits and a path for growth.