Quality Assurance Manager - Milk

Albertsons Companies; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being (benef

Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay

Leadership training and career growth

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead QA programs in our Denver production facility. You will ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while guiding a team focused on meeting high standards.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment and collaboration across QA, production, and regulatory areas. The ideal candidate has a strong production background, experience turning data into actionable improvements, and

Qualifications

• Three or more years of leadership experience in a production environment.
• Two or more years working with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of quality assurance programs in the production facility.
• Develop and implement comprehensive quality control policies and procedures.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and interact with regulatory bodies during inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Data to action

Regulatory interface

Education

Bachelors in Food Science or related field

Tools

MS Office

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

Main responsibilities:

The Quality Assurance Manager provides overall leadership and oversight of quality assurance programs, ensuring product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the production facility.

The position is based in Denver, CO.

• Quality Assurance Leadership:
• Lead and oversee all aspects of quality assurance within the production facility.
• Develop and implement comprehensive quality control policies and procedures.
• Regulatory Compliance Expert:
• Stay abreast of food safety regulations and ensure the facility's compliance.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies during inspections to maintain industry standards.
• Quality Control Professional:
• Implement and monitor rigorous quality control measures throughout the production process.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure products meet or exceed defined quality standards.
• Process Audits and Improvement:
• Conduct regular audits of production processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with production and other relevant departments to implement enhancements.Documentation and Record-Keeping Excellence:
• Establish and maintain detailed documentation for quality control procedures.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of all quality-related activities and results.
• Supplier Quality Management:
• Collaborate with procurement to establish and maintain high-quality standards for incoming raw materials.
• Conduct audits of suppliers to ensure they meet quality specifications.
• Training and Development:
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for production staff on quality control procedures.
• Keep the team updated on changes in quality standards and regulations.
• Customer Satisfaction Focus:
• Collaborate with customer service to address quality-related concerns and inquiries.
• Implement corrective actions to enhance overall customer satisfaction.
• Non-Conformance Resolution:
• Lead investigations into quality non-conformance and deviations.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to address root causes.
• Continuous Improvement Advocate:
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in quality assurance processes.
• Implement initiatives to enhance overall quality performance.
• Collaboration with R&D:
• Work closely with the research and development team to ensure new products meet quality standards.
• Provide input on quality aspects during product development.
• Emergency Preparedness and Response:
• Develop and oversee emergency response plans related to quality issues.
• Lead crisis management efforts to minimize the impact of quality incidents.

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Three (3) or more years of leadership experience in a production environment.
• Two (2) or more years working with Lean Manufacturing principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree in Food Science, Biological science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Certification in HACCP Principles and Preventive Controls for Human Food
• Strong production background - the ability to turn data into action.
• Ability to manage and develop employees.
• Ability to interface with regulatory agencies.
• Strong skills, working knowledge of MS applications including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, - and PowerPoint and ability to grasp additional business-related applications.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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