Quality Assurance Supervisor- 1st Shift

Ventura Foods; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 71,805 - 94,245; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer seeks a Quality Assurance Supervisor to manage QA activities, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster team development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science, experience in quality supervision, and effective problem-solving skills. Join a company committed to quality products and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in food manufacturing quality assurance.
• Quality supervision experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day QA functions to meet quality specifications.
• Coordinates with QA Manager for customer complaints and audits.
• Reviews HACCP documentation and monitors QA compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelors degree in Food Science or related field

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Directs the day to day Quality Assurance functions within the facility to assure all products are produced within required quality specifications and regulatory requirements.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises shift QA departmental activities which includes training employees, planning and assigning and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Reviews HACCP and production documentation for final release of finished products. Monitors QA line audits to insure compliance with established processing and quality standards. Releases product to shipping as needed. Issues Certificates of Analysis as needed.
• Coordinates with QA Manager in investigating and resolving customer complaints and/or quality and food safety issues, report findings, and develop corrective action measures.
• Initiates QA holds as needed for finished product, ingredients and packaging. Determines disposition, communicates disposition to 3rd parties responsible for carrying them out and assists in setting guidelines for proper usage as rework or disposal.
• Works regularly with other management staff in an effort to develop and maintain quality improvements in processing and finished product quality.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and training of new policies, procedures and/or programs at local site.
• Reviews incoming ingredients and packaging materials against specifications and COAs before release for use in production.
• Reviews micro results of finished products, sanitation swabs and environmental swabs, initiating corrective action as required.
• Participates in preparation and execution third-party audits. Performs audits of facility for follow up by production management.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Food Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a food manufacturing quality assurance function to include quality supervision experience and/or training.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of HACCP, quality systems, and sanitation requirements for a food manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to problem solve, show a high attention to detail and be very self motivated.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Why Join Us:

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits, with coverage beginning on your 1st day of employment.

• Out of Country/Emergency Medical Travel
• Employee Appreciation Events

Physical Demands:

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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