Quality Assurance Lead - Dairy Lab Excellence

Saputo, Inc.; Gustine (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to directly supervise lab employees, train staff, plan and direct work, and ensure the highest quality and food safety standards across shifts.

The role requires leading QA systems, coordinating audits, and improving production methods while maintaining records in a fast-paced dairy environment. Strong communication and leadership abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-based area or 2+ years lab lead experience.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, LIMS, SAP preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead lab team to maximize product quality, food safety and productivity.
• Ensure procedures for quality, safety, and guidelines are in place and followed.
• Support QA systems including HACCP, GMP, labeling, storage and distribution.
• Assist audits and coordinate compliance activities.
• Review records and report variances to supervisor.
• Analyze and resolve quality and food safety variances via root cause analysis.
• Maintain quality and food safety records and coordinate cross-functional activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science-based field

Tools

LIMS

SAP

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to directly supervise lab employees, train staff, plan and direct work, and ensure the highest quality and food safety standards across shifts.

The role requires leading QA systems, coordinating audits, and improving production methods while maintaining records in a fast-paced dairy environment. Strong communication and leadership abilities are essential.