QUALITY ASSURANCE SUPERVISOR

KENT® Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to lead quality control efforts in a dynamic environment. This role involves overseeing QC staff, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with quality standards in the pet food industry. With a focus on continuous improvement, the supervisor will implement quality procedures, train staff, and coordinate corrective actions with production teams. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a five-time US Best Managed Company, where your expertise in quality management will play a vital role in maintaining high standards and enhancing product quality.

Qualifications

• 3-5 Jahre Erfahrung in Qualitätskontrolle oder Qualitätssicherung.
• Starke Fähigkeiten in der Mitarbeiterführung und Schulung.

Responsibilities

• Überwachung des QC-Teams und Durchführung von Audits.
• Implementierung und Verbesserung von Qualitätsverfahren.

Skills

Qualitätsmanagement

Aufmerksamkeit für Details

Supervisory Skills

Kommunikation

Education

Bachelor in Qualitätsmanagement oder Ingenieurwesen

Tools

Qualitätsmanagement-Software

Job description

Are you ready to join a FIVE-TIME US Best Managed Company?! KENT PetGroup, a division of KENT Corporation's family of companies, is actively seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor. This role is responsible for execution of KENT Pet Group Quality Assurance programs, as well as supervising the quality assurance and quality control activities within the organization, with an interest in growing in the pet and pet food industry.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Muscatine, IA.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee Quality Control (QC) staff, conduct audits and inspections, and ensure that products and processes meet quality standards.
• Implement Quality Procedures: Ensure that quality control procedures are followed and identify areas for improvement.
• Audit Processes: Conduct audits of processes and procedures to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Training: Train QC staff on quality control practices and procedures.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of quality control activities and prepare reports for management.
• Coordinate Corrective Actions: Work with production teams to identify and rectify quality issues, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Supplier Quality: Assist in evaluating and monitoring supplier quality to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Industry Expertise: Utilize knowledge of animal nutrition and the pet food industry to ensure products meet specific industry standards and regulations.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance and/or quality control roles.
• Strong supervisory skills, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency in quality management software.
• Relevant certifications such as Six Sigma, ISO 9001, or ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) are a plus.

TRAVEL:

• As needed to attend conferences, training, and/or discovery and support work with co-manufacturing partners.

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Role requires availability to team members working in a 24/7 manufacturing facility, including nights, weekends and holidays.