Assistant Manager, Quality Control
About The Position
Responsible for maintaining certification standards by updating and maintaining the Food Safety System by training, auditing, maintenance of QA related documents, as well as reassessment and validation of policies and procedures. Audits the consistency and uniformity of all manufactured products to the approved specifications. Monitors and advises on the performance of the quality management system. Submits data and prepares reports on quality performance measured against established specifications. Collaborates with manufacturing to ensure that the Quality System is functioning properly. Advises organization on changes and implementation; provides training, tools and techniques resulting in the achievement of product quality. Manages the Quality Control function, monitors and audits quality of the product. Functions as the key decision maker on issues related to acceptability of ingredients, materials in process and finished goods in consultation with the production team. Interacts with production management, R&D, process engineering, warehouse and sanitation.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in food science, food technology or related fields strongly preferred, Masters preferred.
- Quality control experience in 24/7 food plant or pharmaceutical setting needed.
- HACCP and SQF Systems Certification
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required, bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Ability to deliver professional and effective presentations to management and staff.
- Computer proficient in office software required.
- Must possess strong analytical, problem solving skills along with sound judgment.
- Statistical process control and quality systems experience required.
- Ability to anticipate as well as avoid potential problems based on prior experiences and knowledge of manufacturing and quality systems.
- Ability to work flexible hours when needed.
- Willing to be trained.
Nice To Haves
- bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Responsibilities
- Supports SQF, Food Safety and Quality Programs. This includes all SQF standards and customer specific standards as identified in supporting documentation
- Report food safety and quality issues to Plant management.
- Follow PIM Brands GMP rules and ensures GMP and Food Safety standards are in compliance
- Monitor fellow employees for adherence to GMP’s
- Support HACCP policies and procedures and participate in Food Safety Inspections.
- Ensure all quality procedures and processes are followed according to document policies
- Maintains a comprehensive understanding of all products manufactured by the plant as well as the raw materials, packaging materials, and operations required in the manufacturing process including quality specifications and standards
- Determining if specifications are met.
- Conducting material reviews and making product disposition decisions.
- Provides technical support to operations by assisting in troubleshooting.
- Ensures the quality of product and services by testing product, performing audits of product lines and placing defective products on hold.
- Reviews CAPA (corrective action and preventive action) program for effectiveness to eliminate recurring non-conformances (food safety, customer complaints and first pass hold)
- Performs other duties including but not limited to communicating holds and discrepancies with supervisors and other departments, completing various reports by reviewing Process Quality Records, maintaining hold logs, completing weekly and monthly reports.
- Supervise the quality programs of the plant. Review and update all the Quality Control Reports of Packaging, Mogul/Kitchens, Panning.
- Oversee incoming inspection process and monitor its effectiveness
- Conduct employee training including GMP’s, HACCP, Quality Systems, Foreign Matter, Food Defense and Food Safety.
- Manage Hold and Release Program and maintain the On-hold inventory records
- Disposition of consumer returns
- Responsible for all food safety and quality procedures including sampling and analysis.
- Provides coaching, education and training of management staff and plant employees for Quality Control/Assurance
- Assists the Quality and Operations Managers in managing third party, and federal audits and inspections
- Assist SQF Practitioner to lead the development, implementation, review, maintenance, and communication to ensure the integrity of the SQF as well as the food safety fundamentals and the food safety plan
- General supervising of Quality staff including completing weekly staff schedules, ensuring proper staffing coverage, coaching, training, disciplinary actions and performance review evaluations for quality associates
- Ability to work additional hours as needed
Benefits
- Total compensation package including bonus, 401(k) plan match and other incentives (based on eligibility and position)
- Comprehensive benefits package - EFFECTIVE DAY 1, Including medical, dental, vision, disability, insurance plans and much more
- Diverse range of benefit choices tailored to support you in making optimal decisions for yourself, your loved ones, and your preferred way of life
- Personal time off, vacation time, floating days and observed holidays
- Business casual dress
- Entrepreneurial and innovative culture offering the opportunity for internal career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
