Quality Assurance Supervisor

Del Monte Fresh Produce Company NA Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Life & disability insurance

FSA

PTO

Company holidays

Telemedicine & EAP

Voluntary benefits

Eligibility timing

Job summary

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. seeks a Quality Assurance Supervisor in Kankakee, IL to assist the QA Manager in supervising Food Safety and QA programs. You will oversee QA and Sanitation Technicians, ensuring standards are followed and documentation is accurate.

You will also conduct trend analysis, participate in audits, train staff on calibrations, and drive corrective actions across departments. This role requires HACCP knowledge and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Combination of college education and/or experience as a QA Supervisor in a related field.
• 2-3 years prior experience with direct reports in a similar role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles and programs.
• Ability to perform risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assist QA Manager in supervising Food Safety, Security, and QA programs.
• Direct supervision of Quality & Sanitation Technicians and assign tasks.
• Ensure QA functions are documented accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate to address HACCP deviations and SOP changes.
• Trend data for QA programs and support audits.
• Train staff on equipment calibration and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure corrective actions are completed for findings and non-conformities.
• Handle special projects as assigned.

Skills

QA supervisor experience

MS Office

Communication skills

HACCP knowledge

Risk assessment

Education/Experience mix

Education

Two years college education

Job description

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Quality Assurance Supervisor

Kank FC QA Full Time Management Kankakee FC, Kankakee, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2651

Salary Range: $55,000.00 To $60,000.00 Annually

Benefits We Offer Include:

• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 7 Company Paid Holidays
• 24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
• Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)
• Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date

Purpose of Position:

This position will be responsible for assisting the Quality Assurance Manager in the supervision of Food Safety and Security, and Quality Assurance programs. In this role, will also oversee the direct supervision of Quality & Sanitation Technicians to ensure all Quality, Food Safety and Sanitation guidelines are implemented and adhered to.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for shift/work scheduling, training, delegation of duties & disciplinary actions of the Quality Assurance and Sanitation Technicians.
• Ensure that all Quality Assurance functions are being performed, and documented, in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Collaborate with Technicians to follow up on Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) deviations and report Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) modifications to Quality Assurance Manager.
• Assist Quality Assurance Manager in trending data for various Quality Assurance programs.
• Perform periodic, daily walk through of the facility to ensure that all quality and food safety standards are being complied with and submit corrective action request as needed to perspective departments.
• Assist Quality Assurance Manager in performing internal, regulatory agency facility, and operational audits.
• Train staff on all equipment calibrations, quality assurance and preventive maintenance.
• Follow up with the concerned departments ensuring proper corrective actions are well implemented to close the findings/ Non Conformities.
• Special Projects as assigned.

Minimum Skills Required:

• Combination of 2 years college education (from an accredited institution) and/or experience as a Quality Assurance Supervisor in a related field.
• At least 2 to 3 years prior experience/ knowledge in a similar role with direct reports. Added
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills (i.e. oral and written).
• General knowledge of a HACCP Program.
• Risk Assessment Skills.

***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. ***

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we've proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity. We invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.