Quality Assurance Specialist - 3rd Shift

Holmen Cheese, LLC; La Crosse, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Dental/Vision insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Holmen Cheese, LLC is seeking a 3rd shift Quality Specialist to coordinate day-to-day QA/QC tasks under the Lab Manager. You will support production staff, assist with audits and regulatory inspections, and contribute to R&D projects as needed.

The role emphasizes proactive knowledge expansion of dairy processes and products. The candidate should have a BS in Chemistry/ Biology/ Microbiology or equivalent experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology preferred; relevant experience may substitute education.
• Three years of experience in a food/dairy manufacturing environment preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office and ERP software required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive controls and CCP checks per the food safety program.
• Conduct sanitation verification, petrifilm plating, pathogen swabbing and allergen testing.
• Record and file relevant logs and documentation.
• Monitor food safety and quality program implementation via in-process checks and finished product inspection.
• Assist quality management with root cause investigations, CAPA and internal audits.
• Collect and evaluate product samples for R&D and lab retain management.
• Collaborate with production on testing protocols to meet quality and safety requirements.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Lab testing

GMP & HACCP

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Education

B.S. in Chemistry/ Biology/ Microbiology

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Holmen Cheese has an exceptional opportunity to join our team as a 3rd shift Quality Specialist. Under the direction of the Lab Manager, the Quality Specialist will coordinate and execute day-to-day QA/QC tasks, working closely with all levels of production staff. Assists with 3rd party audits and regulatory inspections. Supports the production lines as needed; may assist with R&D projects and other special projects. Proactively and continuously works to expand knowledge specific to the process and products made in the facility.

Applicants selected for interviews will be notified via email. Please check your spam and junk folders.

Requirements

What you will do:

• Perform preventative control and critical control point checks or verifications as determined by the food safety program
• Perform sanitation verification, petrifilm plating, pathogen swabbing and allergen testing on equipment and other areas required.
• Record and file of all relevant record logs and documentation
• Monitor implementation of Food Safety and Quality Programs by performing in-process checks, and finished product inspection
• Assist quality management with root cause investigations, CAPA, and internal audits
• Collect and evaluate product samples for Research and Development and organize and maintain lab retains.
• Work directly with production staff on testing protocols and requirements to meet and exceed quality and safety requirements. Ensures production management is aware of deviations from requirements
• May assist in pre-operational inspection on all operating equipment along with production
• Assist with trouble-shooting processing lines and provide solutions to operations that target manufacturing and food safety requirements
• Evaluate incoming and staged raw material, on hold product, and informs appropriate management personnel as required
• Identify potential hazards and investigate solutions and bring them to management’s attention for additional action

What we need from you:

· Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology preferred. Relevant experience can be substituted for education requirement

· Three years of experience in a food/dairy manufacturing environment preferred.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, and ERP software, required

What is in it for you:

· Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career

· Competitive compensation package

· Paid vacation

· Health insurance

· Dental/Vision insurance

· 401k Plan with a $1 for $1 match to 4%

Holmen Cheese LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status