QA Supervisor (2nd Shift) - SIGNING BONUS

Dessert Holdings Inc.; Pembroke (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement contribution

Job summary

Dessert Holdings is seeking a QA Supervisor (2nd Shift) in Pembroke, NC to supervise QA Technicians, ensure food safety and quality, and support continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor.

The role requires knowledge of GMP, SQF, and HACCP, with a focus on customer expectations and productivity. Signing bonus of $2,500 is included, and a competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• BS degree or equivalent experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily QA Technicians and coach the QA team.
• Provide guidance on quality and food safety to Operations and QA teams.
• Coordinate audits and inspections and address deficiencies.
• Oversee product releases and hold/recall activities as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

BS degree or equivalent experience in a food manufacturing environment

Tools

QA lab tools

Job description

QA Supervisor (2nd Shift) - Signing Bonus - $2,500

Opportunity Overview

Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be a part of creating the world's best desserts? Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America's most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life's sweetest moments! We have an amazing opportunity to join a high-growth organization and pave the way for future career advancement.

Dessert Holdings is looking for a QA Supervisor (2nd Shift) to join our team based in Pembroke, NC. This individual will be responsible for the supervision of all daily production floor activities as it relates to quality. This position will coordinate quality activities and provide leadership to ensure an effective food safety and quality management system is maintained. Provide technical support with an emphasis on customer expectations, continuous improvement opportunities, and productivity requirements. This position is responsible for the supervision of all daily production floor activities as it relates to quality and QA technicians. This position is also responsible for understanding related Quality Management Systems including SQF, HACCP, and GMP to ensure safety and quality of products.

The typical hiring range for this role is $55,000 to $65,000 annually and is based on several factors such as education, work experience, skills, certifications, location, etc.

In addition to pay, Dessert Holdings offers benefits such as a choice of comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement contribution to all eligible employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises daily activities of QA Technicians, and coach, train, and support the QA team to support business growth.
• Provides guidance regarding quality and food safety issues to Operations and QA teams.
• Communicates daily with FSQA Techs regarding production schedule and QA issues.
• Maintain inventory of QC/lab supplies and coordinate training from suppliers or new equipment purchased.
• Reviews and organizes operational paperwork on a daily basis.
• Support the execution of internal and third-party audits (e.g., customer, regulatory, GFSI, etc.) and participate in inspections; analyzing the results and deficiencies found.
• Supports Production Managers, Supervisors and Leads during formula changes and/or product issues.
• Assist with the activities of the company hold, trace, & recall program. Responsible for summarizing Hold reports.
• Assumes some responsibilities of the QA Manager in his/her absence.
• Performs assignments in accordance with established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), policies and procedures.
• Support Operations and other support teams in reducing foreign object contamination.
• Oversee product releases.
• Displays appropriate work ethics in the workplace and group settings which provides a positive influence on the production floor.
• Performs daily product review and customer complaint reviews.

Qualifications and Requirements

• BS degree or equivalent experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Previous knowledge working in food production Quality Assurance department.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Must have a flexible schedule including working weekends, as necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space.
• Follows production dress code standards and maintains good personal hygiene.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is expected to actively participate on the production floor.
• Use hands and fingers to handle objects, tools or controls; reach with hands andarms.
• Stoop, kneel orbend.
• Employee must lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and is required to ask for assistance if weight isexceeded.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 45 pounds and is required to ask for assistance if weight isexceeded.

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.