Supervisor Quality Assurance 2nd Shift

Davita Inc.; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Supervisor for Quality Assurance in Sandston. The role encompasses leadership of quality personnel, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree, experience in manufacturing, and a strong background in food science. Join us for a rewarding career with competitive pay and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Paid Training

Paid Time Off plus paid holidays

401(k) with Company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Group Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Knowledge of sanitation and beverage processes.
• Familiar with lab equipment and testing.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and motivate team in QA Lab and manufacturing floor.
• Implement continuous improvement methods and manage quality assurance.
• Support audits from internal and external regulatory sources.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Food Industry knowledge

Math and analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Effective communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

1 - 3 years of work experience

Biology

Chemistry

Food Science

Health Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Statistical software

SAP

Kronos

High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Gas Chromatography (GC)

Job description

Requisition ID:225358

Posting Locations: Sandston

Pay Range:$65,000.00 - $82,500, depending on experience

Rate Frequency:Salaried

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Full Time Teammates are also eligible for:

• Paid Training


• Paid Time Off plus paid holidays


• 401(k) with Company matching on a dollar-for-dollar basis


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)


• Group Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability


• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

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Job Overview

The Supervisor, Quality Assurance (QA) will lead and develop assigned quality personnel and provide guidance for cross-functional teams to support the quality and food safety requirements of the products produced and shipped from their location. This role also supports and enforces the certification, regulatory, customer, and brand requirements as outlined by the business and implements continuous improvement projects to meet these requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead, and motivatea team on the manufacturing floor and QA Lab to deliver results by communicating company goals;including quality and customer satisfaction, safety practices, and deadlines


• Engage and developteammates through effective performance management, coaching, and training


• Implement continuous improvement methods while maintaining customer focus, and embodycompany purpose and values to inspire servant leadership


• Manageand supportthe Consolidated Management System (CMS) program that ensures company quality assurance specifications, and regulatory requirements are met; understand and support the documentation, training, and organizational requirements for maintaining a globally recognized quality and food safety certification; serve as the program owner, and perform internal audits of the program elements


• Managethe processing of laboratory data, monitorthe data for accuracy through exception reporting, analyzethe data, recognizeunfavorable trends, and makes process improvement recommendations


• Supportand assistin audits from internal and external regulatory, certification, customer, and or brand owner sources

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Manufacturing experience and Food Industry knowledge


• Familiarity with lab equipment and testing within a manufacturing environment


• Math and analytical skills and problem-solving ability


• Computer skills including MS Office, statistical software, SAP, Kronos preferred


• Knowledge of sanitation and beverage processes


• Familiar with High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC) Technology


• Knowledge of microbial and aseptic techniques


• Ability to multitask in team development, time management, and effective communication skills


• Ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment with seasonal temperatures, flexible shifts, and weekend and holiday work based on business needs


• Ability to stand for extended periods of time; walking manufacturing floor; climbing stairs, and lift, up to 25lbs

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree or up to 3 years of college or technical school


• Knowledge acquired through 1 -3 years of work experience


• Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Health Sciences

Preferred Qualifications

Degree or experience in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Health Sciences

Work Environment

Noisy, wet, and extreme temperature environment

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.