Quality Control Supervisor

Emmi Roth; Platteville, Northern (WI, KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Benefit

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Emmi Roth seeks a Quality Assurance Lead to oversee cheese manufacturing quality programs. You will supervise daily QA activities, drive regulatory compliance, and lead internal and external audits to ensure product safety and quality across production lines.

You will collaborate with production, sanitation, and lab teams to maintain documentation, resolve issues, and foster continuous improvement in our state-of-the-art facility in Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance in a food manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and food safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily quality control operations and resolve issues.
• Coordinate audits with USDA, FDA, state authorities and third parties.
• Serve as Food Safety Team Lead; facilitate meetings and drive initiatives.
• Manage customer complaints, deviations, and product holds.
• Maintain and update quality documentation (SSOPs, QWIs, SDS, control points).

Skills

Quality leadership

Audit leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

IQSoft

JDE

Monroe DB

Job description

At Emmi Roth, we’re passionate about creating exceptional cheeses. As a leader in the specialty cheese industry, we blend traditional craftsmanship with innovation. Our commitment to local sourcing and quality makes us a trusted brand in the food industry.

Joining Emmi Roth means becoming part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and a shared dedication to excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the finest cheeses in the world while contributing to a company that prides itself on both heritage and progress. If you're passionate about food, craftsmanship, and making an impact, we’d love for you to be a part of our journey!

Summary

Leads quality control initiatives across cheese manufacturing operations, ensuring rigorous compliance with regulatory and food safety standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise daily quality control operations and resolve quality issues.
• Lead USDA, FDA, State, and third-party audits and traceability exercises.
• Serve as Food Safety Team Lead; facilitate meetings and drive initiatives.
• Manage customer complaints, deviations, and product holds.
• Manage COPQ (Customer and Plant deviations), including scrap tracking, supplier credits, and cheese sold as process.
• Maintain and update quality documentation (SSOPs, QWIs, SDS, control points).
• Approve ECNs, COAs, and manage document systems (IQSoft, JDE, Monroe DB).
• Conduct internal audits and quarterly glass/brittle/plastic inspections.
• Track training records and communicate quality updates across departments.
• Collaborate with production, sanitation, and lab teams to ensure product quality.
• Represent the quality team in town halls and cross-functional projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in quality assurance in a food manufacturing setting
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and food safety systems
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation abilities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short term/Long term disability
• Volunteer time off (VTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet insurance