Quality Assurance Analyst- 2nd/3rd Shift Relief

Ohioagconnection; Ohio; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading dairy cooperative as a Quality Analyst, where you'll ensure the highest quality products through monitoring and evaluation of processes. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a commitment to wellness.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Employee Appreciation Events

Wellness Initiatives

Employee Feedback Forums

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years related experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.
• Solid analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate documentation and processes.
• Perform inspections and verify compliance with specifications.
• Communicate evaluation results with operators and supervisors.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Understanding

Planning Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA), established in 1916, is a dairy farmer-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative and dairy processor. As the 10th largest dairy cooperative in the U.S., we proudly serve dairy farmers across Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana. With a workforce of around 625 employees spread across four states, MMPA is deeply rooted in the dairy industry. We operate multiple facilities, including the Middlebury Cheese Company in Indiana, Superior Dairy in Ohio, and two SQF Level 3 dairy ingredient plants in Michigan. Our product lineup includes fluid milk, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and condensed skim milk.

Why You'll Love Working Here: At Superior Dairy, we believe in investing in our people and fostering an environment where you can grow both personally and professionally. Here are just a few reasons why you'll enjoy working with us:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary to attract the best talent.
• Health & Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health services to support your well-being.
• Disability Insurance: Protection for you in case of illness or injury.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy a generous PTO package to maintain a work-life balance.
• Retirement Benefits: Secure your future with 401k contributions from us.
• Growth Opportunities: We are committed to your personal and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation: We regularly host events to show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication.
• Wellness Initiatives: Participate in wellness programs designed to help you stay healthy and engaged.
• Employee Feedback: Your voice matters, and we offer forums for your suggestions and input.

Job Overview: Quality analysts will monitor, verify, check and evaluate documentation, processes, programs, and employees habits so that Superior Dairy can deliver the highest quality products to our customers and consumers. He or she must communicate with other associates, supervision, maintenance personnel, quality analysts, and laboratory technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform verification of process control in the following, but not limited to, areas of Raw, Blend, HTST/Processing, Ice Cream, Caseless blow mold, Caseless filling, Traditional filling
• Pre-Operational inspection: visual/ATP swabbing
• Understand environmental pathogens and testing program. Sample and ship swabs according to environmental monitoring policy.
• Sensory evaluation of fresh and end of code products
• Sampling, inspection, and recording lot codes of incoming ingredients. Maintenance of incoming ingredients holds including follow-up on results and rechecks, when necessary or requested.
• Verify incoming labels against product specifications for compliance.
• Inspection and recording lot codes of ingredients and packaging used
• Verification of operator documentation
  • Take products weights, check product codes and identification, check products seals and caps, and evaluate product and packaging against specifications
• Evaluate product and package quality to assure customer satisfaction and customer service
• Evaluate processing environment/GMP's and assist in sanitation issues
• Perform area GMP's audits as requested by QA management
• Collect in-process samples and verify appropriate collection of finished product samples
• Communicate evaluation results with operators and supervision
• Take product temperatures
• Shift-to-shift monitoring of micro counts to release System or Quality holds, footbath concentrations, cooler/freezer temperatures, rebuild pallets, vitamin addition in milk, blow mold leak detect verification, resin rations, finished product and corn syrup tank temperatures, water quality (RO Chlorine, Hardness, sanitizer concentrations), and time that raw milk silos are washed/filled
• Keep detailed records and complete process control documentation in a timely, accurate, and complete manner
• Understand the importance of data collected and the interpretation of that data
• Maintain the Hold and Release program according to the outlined policy
• Perform metal detector checks during ice cream operation. Verify metal detector rejections
• Calibrate scales, thermometers, and measuring devices
• Weekly verification of Ohio Department of Agriculture pasteurizer seals
• Be knowledgeable in raw milk receiving procedures in order to, when necessary, reject or accept tanker loads of raw milk
• Perform random trailer audits
• Analyze bottle measurements for blowmold
• Perform pasteurization checks using the phosphatase testing equipment
• Maintain and organize documentation
• Participate in internal plant inspections and outside audits
• Communicate with customers as necessary
• Send Certificates of Analysis as required by customers
• Obtain and ship customers require samples according to sampling calendar or at their request
• Communicate and pull rechecks of product as needed based on QA Laboratory results
• Monitor employee adherence to procedures, processes, and GMPs
• Monitor incoming raw milk testing
• Have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, email, copying and faxing
• Specific Training Requirements:
  • Safety, Chemical Use, GMP, SQF, HACCP, Allergen, HAZ COM, CIP, Chart Documentation, Milk Sensory

What We're Looking For:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or 3+ years related experience and/or training within a food manufacturing business preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Develop a strong understanding of the plant capabilities and flow
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Solid analytical skills
• Understanding of technical issues related to manufacturing
• Strong planning and organization
• Demonstrated initiative and desire to learn about the dairy industry
• Independent thinker
• Aptitude for gaining knowledge
• Ability to foster knowledge exchange within and with other departments
• Collaborative communication approach
• Requires a resourceful and direct management style, must ask questions and seek resolution
• Utilize sound judgment
• Ability to disseminate knowledge to other employees for the good of the coop
• Working knowledge of excel and word along with an ability to quickly pick up computer-based logistics, sales, and inventory systems.

Why Join Us: At Superior Dairy, you'll be joining a company with a strong legacy in the dairy industry, and a forward-thinking culture that values growth, wellness, and teamwork. We're excited to welcome a passionate individual to our team who is eager to contribute to our success while growing their own career. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and work with a dynamic group of people, we want to hear from you!

Ready to join our team, Apply today!! We look forward to hearing from you!

We are a drug-free facility, and maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment is a top priority. As part of our commitment to your well-being, all applicants will undergo a drug screening as part of the hiring process.

Superior Dairy is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Superior Dairy provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve.

Please Note: We are not accepting unsolicited resumes or inquiries from third-party recruiters at this time. Thank you for your understanding.