Quality Assurance Supervisor

Del Monte Corporation; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid life & disability ins.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

7 Company Paid Holidays

24/7 Telemedicine & EAP

Optional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to support the QA Manager in overseeing food safety, quality, and sanitation programs at our facility.

You will supervise QA and Sanitation Technicians, ensure SOPs are followed, and drive continuous improvement in product quality. Qualifications include 2 years of college or related experience, strong communication, HACCP knowledge, and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• 2 years college education and/or experience as a Quality Assurance Supervisor in a related field.
• At least 2 to 3 years prior experience with direct reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• General knowledge of a HACCP program.

Responsibilities

• Schedule shifts and supervise Quality Assurance and Sanitation Technicians.
• Ensure QA functions are performed and documented accurately.
• Collaborate on HACCP deviations and SOP modifications.
• Assist in trending data for QA programs.
• Conduct facility walk-throughs to verify compliance and submit corrective actions.
• Assist audits by internal and regulatory agencies.
• Train staff on equipment calibration, QA, and preventive maintenance.
• Follow up on corrective actions to close findings.

Skills

MS Office

Strong communication

HACCP knowledge

Education

2 years college education

Job description

• 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.
• 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.

***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.