QA Supervisor

Idaho Pacific Holdings; Ririe (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Pacific Corporation in Ririe, ID seeks a Quality Assurance Supervisor to lead lab QA activities, supervise technicians, and ensure compliance with GMP/GLP and USDA standards. The role requires organizing training, maintaining QA data, and coordinating with corporate QA management.

Responsibilities include conducting inspections, mock recalls, and corrective actions, while managing daily QA operations and ensuring effective communication across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or a closely related field required.
• Experience in QA within the potato processing industry preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to supervise and mentor QA personnel and interpret GMP/GLP.
• Ability to read Safety Data Sheets and work with lab data systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling, training and performance of Lab Technicians at all levels.
• Track and request laboratory supplies and materials; participate in inspections and audits.
• Input and review Lab data, QA grade sheets, and metal detector logs.
• Oversee USDA product compliance and assist Corporate QA Manager as needed.
• Participate in root cause investigations, mock recalls and corrective actions.
• Manage QA department operations in the Ririe, ID facility.

Skills

Lab supervision

QA knowledge

Food safety audits

MS Office

Data analysis

GMP/GLP

Communication

Training

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry

Tools

Navision

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary: The Quality Assurance Supervisor will work directly for the Q. A. Manager (Ririe facility) and indirectly for the Corporate Quality Assurance Manager. This position will oversee the scheduling, training and performance of Lab Technicians at all levels. The position is responsible for tracking and requesting laboratory supplies and materials; participate in inspections, mock recalls, and food safety related audits. The Q. A. Supervisor is responsible for the data input and review of Lab-specific data, Q.A. Grade Sheets, Metal Detector logs, and oversight of USDA product. Position will also assist the Corporate Q. A. Manager and other necessary personnel in areas pertaining to quality assurance and food safety. Participate in out-of-specification and failure investigations and mock product recalls and recommends corrective actions.

The hours for the position are Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing utilizing the English language.
• Knowledge and competency in all laboratory and testing methods including (but not limited to) analytical, chemical, and microbiological methods used at Idaho Pacific Corporation.
• Training in sensory/taste panel analysis preferred.
• Must be able to read and understand Safety Data Sheets.
• Use logical, deductive or inductive reasoning; identify complex problems and develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Demonstrate good communication skills (oral and written), active listening and learning skills, and reading comprehension.
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices.
• Intermediate knowledge of a Windows-based computer system and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) software. Familiarity with spreadsheet-based software (Navision) helpful.
• Responsible for managing the daily Ririe, ID Quality Assurance department, including tasks, personnel, staffing, training.
• Ability to supervise, monitor, and mentor laboratory personnel. Ability to direct work flow and delegate responsibilities as necessary. Able to fill-in or cover for absent Quality Assurance personnel.
• Prior knowledge of, or work experience in the potato processing industry, preferred.

Education:

Education must be of such level as to allow for the accurate reading, writing, calculation and communication of the required materials and instructions to complete the job responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Supervisor. A Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or a closely related field is necessary.