Supervisor- Assistant QA (1st Shift )

OSI INDUSTRIES, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

OSI Industries, LLC in Chicago, IL is seeking a capable QA Supervisor to oversee staff and ensure safe production of diverse products in compliance with company, customer and government standards. The role focuses on scheduling, training, coaching, performance reviews, shift transitions, and reporting on testing results, HACCP audits, and quality issues, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

Strong leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills are essential to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience supervising employees in QA/manufacturing environments.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees and activities to ensure safe production of a wide range of products.
• Oversee scheduling, training, coaching, and performance-related decisions.
• Coordinate shift transitions and communicate key information to peers and management.
• Prepare routine and special reports documenting testing activities, results, and issues (swab tests, product tests, HACCP audits).
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, GMP, and regulatory requirements; train staff accordingly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planning & leadership

MS Office

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Responsible for supervising employees and activities involved in ensuring the safe production of a wide range of products in compliance with company, customer, and government requirements that meet required quality specifications.

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for a variety of supervisory activities including scheduling, training, coaching, and making recommendations to the QA Supervisor about performance, hiring and termination decisions.

Participate in the transitions between shifts and communicate key information to peers, team members and Production Management.

Prepare a variety of routine and special reports that document testing activities, test results, and operational issues involving product quality and safety such as swab tests, finished product tests, and HACCP audits.

Ensure operational compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements in the areas of safety, employment, quality, work rules, good manufacturing practices, hazard analysis and critical control points, and others as established by communicating requirements to employees, validating understanding and correcting behavior as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

Planning, organizing, coordinating and leadership skills.

Computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization.

Strong problem solving, and decision-making skills.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science, or a related field, or equivalent amount of relevant experience and education.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $26.00 . This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week and may also be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts. As part of a complete total rewards package, OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs), 401k with matching company contributions, a full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $26.00. This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week and may also be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts. As part of a complete total rewards package, OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs), 401k with matching company contributions, a full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.

We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices.

Additional Compensation:
This position may also be eligible for overtime pay, shift differentials, and/or bonus opportunities, as applicable.

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, and more. A full summary of benefits will be provided upon hire.

This pay range represents the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting.

Must be able to climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, and stand for long periods of time.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. for short distances.

Comfortable working with heights and confined spaces.

Comfortable working in non-climate-controlled environment.

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