QUALITY ASSURANCE SUPERVISOR (Plant)

Kent Nutrition Group in; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor to oversee the quality of ingredients and products in a dynamic environment. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting training, and maintaining thorough documentation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of animal feed manufacturing practices and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Join a reputable organization that values quality and safety in its operations, and take the next step in your career by contributing to the production of high-quality feeds.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and animal feed manufacturing practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of incoming ingredients and outgoing products.
• Conduct training on SOPs and assist with audits.

Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of OSHA Safety Requirements

Animal Feed Good Manufacturing Practices

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Lift 55lbs

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant Certifications in Quality Assurance

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you ready to join a FIVE-TIME US Best Managed Company?! KENT Nutrition Group, a division of KENT Corporation's family of companies, is actively seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor. This role is responsible for thequality of incoming ingredients, outgoing products, and maintenance of necessary records. The QC Supervisor's primary function is to assure the production of quality feeds from quality ingredients in a manner that will be accordance with procedures established by the Director of Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs and State and Federal regulations.

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

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Communication: Regularly communicate with the facility management team. Report factors affecting feed quality and safety to plant management and corporate QA
• Safety and Housekeeping: Enforce safety and housekeeping policies; ensure documentation of housekeeping activities.
• QC Meetings: Conduct monthly QC committee meetings; document and file meeting notes.
• Training: Review and assist with training on SOPs related to feed quality and safety; train new plant personnel.
• Audits: Assist with internal and third-party audits.

Facility Monitoring Responsibilities:

• SOP Verification: Ensure SOPs for ingredient and bulk feed transporter verification are followed accurately. Conduct mock recalls.
• Housekeeping SOPs: Verify proper cleanout of equipment, coverage of premixes, and cleanup of spillage.
• Documentation: Maintain production records as per SOP guidelines, ensuring forms are complete and accurate

Ingredient Receiving and Product Release

• Testing: Test incoming ingredients for mycotoxins; train personnel on testing procedures.
• Inspection: Inspect incoming ingredients and fill out reports; collect and prepare samples for testing.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
• Computer skills, including the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Sharepoint.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
• Thorough understanding of Animal Feed current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's).
• Knowledge of animal Food Safety Plans, Preventative Controls and Hazard Analysis.
• Knowledge of Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
• Ability to lift a minimum of 55lbs from floor to working height as job requires.
• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.

TRAVEL EXPECTED:

• Minimal, training and department meetings.

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