Food Quality Supervisor at Jobot

Quality Supervisor -Food Manufacturing - West Coast Leader for over 75 Years

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jamal Elkhateib
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Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a leading food manufacturing company with a long history of producing high-quality food products for over 75 years. Our commitment to quality and innovation has allowed us to maintain a strong reputation in the industry as being one of the largest food processors on the west coast. We offer a wide range of food products, all made from the freshest ingredients and processed using the latest technology.

As a company that values its employees, we provide a supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation packages, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Why join us?

No Field work!
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Annual/Performance Bonuses

Job Details

Responsibilities:

Assist in developing and maintaining all programs and procedures related to food safety and quality. Supervise Quality Assurance department and inspection operations on all shifts for received, in-process, and finished product quality and food safety.


Essential Functions;

• Provide daily supervision of QA Technicians regarding training and development in proper procedures, standards, and handling of employee relations, including the establishment of measurable goals and input on performance reviews
• Train, develop, and mentor QA Technicians regarding food safety, quality, and legality
• Assist in supervising shift planning/scheduling and work assignments for Quality Assurance department positions
• Partner with the QA Manager, supervise the food safety program, quality standards, and legality of products manufactured in the facility, support compliance to plant quality and food safety systems, pest control, sanitation, environmental policy, corrective action policy, etc.
• Supervise the inspection of incoming ingredients including random sampling of products, the physical condition of ingredients and packaging, fat and moisture content, and compliance with ingredient specifications
• Ensure out-of-specification products, materials, and ingredients are put on hold, investigations conducted, disposition determined, and issues resolved
• Act as technical liaison for the Quality Assurance department in the absence of the Quality Assurance Manager: externally with customers and vendors; internally with production, R&D, marketing, and procurement for all quality processes
• Initiate quality complaint investigations; verify corrective action completion and continued conformance
• Support facility during inspections, customer audits, and other interactions with regulatory agencies/customers
• Support facility with required certifications
• Participate in new product development and commercialization
• Lead/train and participate in internal audits and mock recalls while ensuring compliance to internal quality policies and applicable local regulations through the audits, observations, process reviews, and development of corrective actions with management
• Inspect work areas for safety hazards, observe employees’ safe work habits, and take corrective action as necessary; fill out accident investigation reports and attend safety meetings, as appropriate; communicate and follow up to meet safety goals

Qualifications:

• At least 2-5 years of supervisory experience preferred or equivalent training and recognized aptitude
• 3+ years of quality experience in the food industry; knowledge and proven experience with food safety programs and systems: GFSI (BRC or SQF preferred), internal auditing, GMPs, HACCP, FSMA
• Microbiological and sanitation experience preferred
• HACCP and PCQI certified or willing to become certified
• Versed in scientific methodology, RCA, continuous improvement, SPC, and other tools to reduce process variability
• Operational knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to organize and supervise a diverse work force
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent skills in the areas of teamwork, motivation, decision making, relationship building, and coaching
• Ability to think critically and solve complex problems
• Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

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