Site Quality Lead

Basic American Foods; Shelley (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Basic American Foods in Idaho is seeking a Site Quality Lead to oversee product testing, lead quality assurance initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards on the production floor. You will train staff on food safety and quality practices, manage records, and safeguard lab equipment while driving continuous improvement and customer compliance with FDA, GMP, HACCP requirements.

The role supports a small team, promotes safety, and serves as a key resource for meeting customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or 5+ years equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards; HACCP/SQF/PCQI certifications preferred.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily quality operations, audits, and product testing.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, GMP, HACCP, and customer requirements.
• Train and coach staff on food safety and quality practices.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, complaints, and nonconformances.
• Maintain accurate records, lab equipment, and supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline

5+ years equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management

Job description

Join our team as a Site Quality Lead, where you'll oversee product testing, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and lead quality assurance initiatives. This role manages a small team, promotes workplace safety, supports continuous improvement, and serves as a key resource for food safety and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily quality operations, audits, and product testing.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, GMP, HACCP, and customer requirements.
• Train and coach staff on food safety and quality practices.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, complaints, and nonconformances.
• Maintain accurate records, lab equipment, and supplies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline or 5+ years equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards; HACCP/SQF/PCQI certifications preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data management.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Work Environment: This position involves production floor work, exposure to varying temperatures, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

At BAF, we are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create a supportive and inclusive community of individuals committed to helping each other and our company thrive.