Quality Production Supervisor

Vermont Creamery, L.L.C.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 69,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Production Supervisor to oversee quality programs in animal feed production. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, coaching production staff, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a commitment to integrity in processes. Join a company that values innovation and employee engagement, offering a supportive environment where your contributions will help shape the future of animal nutrition. If you are passionate about quality assurance and ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

401(k)

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• 5+ years in quality assurance within feed, food, or related fields.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer quality programs to ensure safe animal feed production.
• Lead safety and quality initiatives, coaching staff on standards.
• Implement practices within the Quality Management System (QMS).

Skills

HACCP knowledge

GMPs knowledge

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Coaching skills

Organizational skills

Technical knowledge

Time management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Quality Production Supervisor

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business, supporting our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers, and large retailers serving producers and animal owners across the United States. Through industry-leading R&D and strategic partnerships, we innovate nutrition products and practices to unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life.

Responsibilities:

• Administer our quality programs to ensure the safe production of animal feed in a manufacturing environment.
• Support production processes by coordinating production and ingredient processing.
• Lead safety and quality initiatives, employee engagement, coaching, and regulatory compliance.
• Implement and maintain practices within our Quality Management System (QMS), adapting policies as regulations evolve.
• Interact with production staff, providing coaching and training on quality standards, HACCP, and other regulatory initiatives.
• Lead continuous improvement projects, including root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve issues.

Experience and Education (Required):

• High School Diploma/GED
• 5+ years of progressive experience in quality assurance within feed, food, or related fields.
• 5+ years of increasing responsibility in feed or food manufacturing production environments.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven coaching, decision-making, change facilitation, and conflict management abilities.

Skills and Competencies (Required):

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements including HACCP and GMPs.
• Integrity in products, processes, and relationships.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, training, and coaching skills.
• Analytical problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Insightful and strategic/tactical thinking.
• Knowledge of FDA and other regulatory agencies' SOPs (preferred).
• Skills in decision-making, safety awareness, quality orientation, technical knowledge, customer focus, time management, and computer proficiency.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced safety training and HACCP certifications.
• Experience with MMTs may be considered.

Working Hours: 1st Shift, 6 am – 2 pm (Monday - Friday). Weekend work as required by production.

Salary Range: $69,040 - $103,560. Candidates are typically hired near the middle of this range.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative reimagining the business of food. Recognized as a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and listed on TIME 100 Most Influential Companies.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, 401(k), and well-being resources. Part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, and other benefits.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled, maintaining a drug-free workforce with post-employment substance testing. Do not share confidential information with unsolicited contacts claiming to represent us.