Quality Assurance Specialist

Dairy Farmers of America; White Bear Township (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a detail-oriented QA records reviewer in Minnesota to support batch record review, data entry, and recordkeeping in a food manufacturing setting.

You will help with documentation for audits, CA certificates, and quality management system training, while ensuring GMP and sanitation standards are met across the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Post-secondary education related to food science, biology, or related fields preferred.
• 1–3 years of quality systems, food safety, or production experience in a food manuf. setting.
• Certification/license such as SQF, HACCP, PCQI may be required during employment.

Responsibilities

• Complete batch record review and data entry into the management software.
• Disposition products by updating status in systems as assigned.
• Review, organize, and file production records.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain company and customer spreadsheets, records, and reports; communicate with customers as needed.
• Prepare and organize records for internal and external audits.
• Obtain and/or issue certificates of analysis as needed.
• Assist in writing, reviewing, updating, and training documentation for the Quality Management System.
• Educate employees on food safety and quality topics per corporate guidelines.
• May participate in quality walkthroughs, regulatory and customer inspections; support DFA policies.
• Follow GMP and sanitation requirements; perform other duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Record keeping

Independent work

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Food science related coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete batch record review of various products and data entry into management software system


• Disposition products (assign/change status) in management software systems as assigned


• Review, organize, and file production records


• Perform and/or assist with root cause analysis


• Maintain company and customer required spreadsheets, records, and reports and communicate with customers as needed


• Prepare and organize records as requested for internal and external audits


• Obtain and/or issue certificates of analysis as needed


• Support and assist in the writing, reviewing, updating, and training of all documentation elements of the Quality Management System and related software


• Educate and train employees on food safety and quality topics per corporate guidelines


• May complete quality walkthroughs of the facility to ensure necessary corrective actions are completed; may participate in regulatory and customer inspections


• Adhere to all DFA Quality and Safety policies and procedures and report any nonconformities


• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements


• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Post-secondary education related to food science, biological science, or related sciences preferred


• 1 to 3 years of quality systems, food safety, production, or related experience in a food manufacturing environment


• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment such as SQF, HACCP and PCQI certifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to use Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems


• Able to prepare technical reports and procedures


• Able to keep good records (record keeping skill)


• Able to prioritize tasks and work independently


• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail


• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing


• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer