Assistant QA Supervisor (Seasonal)

The Neil Jones Food Company•Firebaugh, CA

8d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Neil Jones Food Company is seeking a seasonal Assistant Quality Assurance Supervisor to directly supervise Quality Assurance (QA) personnel and laboratory functions, ensuring effective daily operations of the QA Department in a food processing plant. This role coordinates with Production to ensure final products meet quality specifications and manages the accurate control of product into quality segregated lots according to proper procedures. This is a seasonal position supporting the fresh pack season, typically from June to October, at our TomaTek plant in Firebaugh, CA.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Associate degree in Food Science, Sciences, Business or other related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred, or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
3 years demonstrated supervisory experience including interviewing, hiring, training, and performance management and at least 1 year of experience in a food manufacturing environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Windows products e.g., Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Requires, or be able to obtain, HACCP, Thermal Processing, PCQI, and SQF certification.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, work extended hours, weekends, and any shift assigned during the fresh pack season, typically July to early October.

Responsibilities

Directly supervises QA personnel; ensures that lab functions are correctly administered according to QA procedures, GFSI requirements, USDA and FSMA regulations; relays and coordinates information with appropriate production and QA staff; responsible for training and coaching.
Oversees daily auditing of processes and assures that required testing has been completed, properly entered into the computer databases and documentation reviewed and filed.
Provides advice and direction to cooks, leads and production managers regarding the required adjustments needed to keep products within specification.
Assists in the validation and verification of existing quality processes, evidence, and documentation of the plant’s food safety program to ensure that SQF standards are met.
Assists in directing workers engaged in inspection, testing and plant sanitation activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products.