Quality Lead

Daily Harvest; Norton Shores (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k with company match

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Chobani is seeking a Quality Lead to review production records daily, ensuring CCPs/PCIs are met and acting as a resource for quality and food safety on the off shift. You will back up lab technicians and assist in training on GMPs and QC procedures.

The role requires QA lab experience in food manufacturing, knowledge of FDA/USDA regulations and SQF, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong communication and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one QA lab experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• HACCP and PCQI preferred.
• Better Process Control School preferred.
• Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Food Science related field or commensurate high-level experience.
• Knowledge of food microbiology and chemistry, FDA and USDA regulatory requirements, and SQF.
• Skilled proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work with diverse teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal.

Responsibilities

• Review production and quality records to ensure CCPs and PCs are met.
• Notify Quality Supervisor/Quality Manager of issues and submit identified process deviations to the relevant authority.
• Serve as a quality resource and assist in troubleshooting quality or food safety concerns, elevating as needed.
• Maintain organization of quality and production records, including filing and archiving.
• Ensure proper hold placement of products as required.
• Perform pre-operational inspections.
• Assist in training new employees on GMPs and Quality Procedures.
• Verify raw materials COAs meet specifications.
• Backup lab technicians as needed.
• Communicate performance concerns to the Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Quality assurance

GMP knowledge

Microsoft Office

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Multitasking

Education

Biology/Chemistry/Food Science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

Quality Lead will review all production records daily and identify any abnormalities. Will also serve as a resource for food safety and/or quality needs on the off shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review all production and quality records, ensuring all CCPs and PCs are met. Notify Quality Supervisor/Quality Manager of any issues identified and submit identified Process Deviations to the relevant authority
• Serve as a quality resource and assist in troubleshooting quality or food safety concerns as they arise, elevating concerns as needed
• Maintain organization of quality and production records, including filing and archiving records as needed
• Ensure product is properly placed on hold as required
• Perform pre-operational inspections
• Assist in training new employees on GMPs and other Quality Procedures
• Verify raw materials COAs, ensuring specifications are met
• Backup lab technicians as needed
• Any other duties as assigned
• Communicates any performance concerns to the Supervisor

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of one previous quality assurance lab experience in a food manufacturing environment or equivalent
• HACCP and PCQI preferred
• Better Process Control School preferred
• Degree in Biology, Chemistry or Food Science related field or commensurate high-level experience
• Knowledge of food microbiology and chemistry, FDA and USDA regulatory requirements, and SQF
• Skilled proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work with diverse teams
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal

About Us

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this full-time position is $29.50 - $42.00, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including: starting at 70 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, and paid volunteer time off.