QA Lead – Food Quality & Compliance

Reser's Fine Foods; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Reser's Fine Foods seeks a QA Trainer/Supervisor to lead QA Technicians in monitoring internal food safety and quality systems. You will guide training, oversee CCP monitoring, and drive corrective actions across production lines.

The role requires a food science or related degree (or equivalent QA experience) and supervisory experience, with strong communication and computer skills; HACCP/SQF PCQI certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• B.S. or A.A. in Food Science/Technology, Microbiology or related field.
• Supervisory experience; demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly with all levels of co-workers and management.
• Proficient computer skills; e-mail, Word, Excel; LX and PKMS helpful.
• HACCP, SQF PCQI and Internal Auditor certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assists in hiring and training QA Technicians; manages overtime and schedules to cover food safety and quality needs; develops Leads/technicians via feedback and training.
• Manages record review of CCP monitoring and Pre-shipment Reviews; ensures corrective actions were taken and effective when deviations occur.
• Coordinates corrective and preventive actions for CCP deviations and other processing issues.
• Manages implementation of department programs, verifying adherence to requirements.
• Assists with new product launches; participates in tests batches and tracking analytical data during Intensive Care period.
• Investigates issues and complaints, utilizing quality tools and Root Cause Analysis. Implements corrective actions and preventive measures to effectively address issues and improve processes.
• Attends monthly Safety / Food Safety trainings and other training as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

B.S. or A.A. in Food Science/Technology, Microbiology or related field

Tools

Excel

LX

PKMS

Job description

Reser's Fine Foods seeks a QA Trainer/Supervisor to lead QA Technicians in monitoring internal food safety and quality systems. You will guide training, oversee CCP monitoring, and drive corrective actions across production lines.

The role requires a food science or related degree (or equivalent QA experience) and supervisory experience, with strong communication and computer skills; HACCP/SQF PCQI certifications are a plus.