QC Mid-Shift Lead

TLCH FOODS INC; Westampton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

HSA and FSA

Employee assistance program

401(K) with match

Paid Holidays and additional floating/

Paid time off (PTO)

Farmer's Market produce access

Job summary

Batchline Solutions in Westampton, NJ is seeking a Quality Control Mid-Shift Lead for our food manufacturing facility. You will implement SOPs/SSOPs/GMPs, train the QC team in basic food safety, and lead process audits to ensure high product quality and safety across the production cycle.

The role requires 2+ years in QA/QC in a food facility, knowledge of USDA/FDA regulations, and the ability to work in refrigerated environments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of quality assurance or quality control experience in a food production facility.
• Knowledge of federal regulatory requirements and compliance is required.
• Working knowledge of USDA and FDA regulations for food production.
• Ability to communicate duties and procedures through trainings in English.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and adapt to shift requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee SOPs, SSOPs and GMPs for the production center.
• Train the QC Operations team in food safety practices and risk awareness.
• Coach team and classify risk by likelihood and severity.
• Create and conduct process audits and inspections.
• Provide technical and statistical expertise to cross-functional teams and maintain QC standards.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Food Safety

English Communication

Job description

Join our innovative team at Batchline Solutions where we are committed to help more food brands redefine the dining experience for their customers by blending creativity, practicality, and smart solutions. Our team of culinary experts includes award-winning chefs, presidents of iconic food brands, and over 70 years of combined business, operations, and technology experience—not to mention, an unwavering passion for food.We are currently seeking highly motivated individuals to fill the Quality Control Mid-Shift Lead role at our food manufacturing facility located at 90 Stemmers Lane, Westampton, NJ 08060. The Quality Control Lead is directly responsible for the general implementation, execution of food safety and quality assurance functions as assigned by the QA Manager in support of our commitment to our customers and of our Mission Statement. The QC Lead must be able to execute all quality functions and can train other team members in the proper execution of all quality tasks. The QC Lead must be able to interact across inter-departmental boundaries in a professional, proactive manner, avoiding conflicts and exemplifying a collaborative spirit.What will you be doing:Implement, and oversee all SOPs, SSOPs and GMPs for our production center.Train the QC Operations team in basic food safety practices, both preventative and responsive.Coach the team in understanding risk and categorizing it according to likelihood and severity.Create and conduct process audits.Ensure a high level of internal and external customer service. Investigate (and correct) customer issues and complaints relating to quality.Engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure high productivity and high technical integrity.Provide technical and statistical expertise to teams.Document and maintain quality control standards and on-going quality control objectives.Implement inspection criteria and procedures.Interpret quality control philosophy to key personnel within the company.Provide, and oversee, inspection activity for products throughout the production cycle.Apply total quality management tools and approaches to analytical and reporting processes.Perform environmental test functions and applications.Maintain an active role on internal continuous improvement teams.Execute quality control training programs.Delegate work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.Complete training as assigned.Must follow company policies and proceduresWho you are and why you're right for us:2+ years of quality assurance or quality control experience in a food production facility required.Demonstrable knowledge of Federal regulatory requirements and compliance required.Working knowledge of USDA and FDA food regulations.Ability to work in a refrigerated environment (-9º-42º Fahrenheit) for 8 or more hours and in some instances, in a dark environment. This includes executing assigned tasks in the freezer as needed.Ability to communicate duties, tasks, policies and procedures to the team members through trainings and informal meetingsAbility to plan and prioritize workloadAbility to read and follow written and/or verbal instructions accurately in EnglishAttention to detail, accuracy, thoroughness, and flexibility requiredBasic computer skillsAbility to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and deadlinesMust uphold and follow workplace safety, food safety, and production quality standardsAbility to work in high stress/fast-paced environment with multiple change-over’sMust be willing and able to work a variety of shifts and overtime as required; even on short noticeAbility to work independently, with minimal supervision, in group settings, be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and deadlinesWhy Join Us:Medical, Dental, Vision and Life InsuranceHSA and FSA account optionsEmployee assistance programEmployee discount401(K) with a matchPaid Holiday and additional 2 Floating HolidaysPaid time off (PTO)Access to our weekly internal Farmer's Market, where you can take home free quality produce and pantry items