Food Safety and Quality Associate Supervisor- Austin, MN
About The Position
The Food Safety and Quality Associate Supervisor supports management in implementing food safety and food quality processes and procedures, and trains and manages 4–6 quality auditors. This is a hands-on role, with supervisors typically spending about 60% of their shift on their feet in the production area. The position is full-time, salaried, and on-site at Hormel Foods’ production facility in Austin, Minnesota. Training is hands-on and includes supervisory training and courses in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Total Quality Control (TQC), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP). The food safety and quality career path may include advancement to higher-level quality management positions at the current location, another facility, a subsidiary location, or the Corporate Office. Hormel Foods describes its advancement philosophy as promoting from within.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Management, Business Administration, or a related field, with a minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA; 3.0 GPA preferred; or at least 5 years of relevant supervisory experience.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the United States.
- Must not now or in the future require employer sponsorship for an employment visa or work visa.
- Must be comfortable with the preparation and consumption of a variety of Hormel Foods products, which may include pork, beef, chicken, turkey, and nuts.
- Must be open to relocation.
- Must be able to facilitate clear and effective communication across cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment, using thorough verbal and written communication to support collaboration and prompt issue resolution.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead, direct, and train employees to achieve quality standards.
- Manage product quality.
- Create and maintain an engaged, team-oriented workforce to improve business results.
- Consult with management and provide leadership on quality and food safety in the manufacturing facility.
- Oversee sanitation procedures and food safety.
- Train and manage 4–6 quality auditors.
Benefits
- Eligible relocation expense reimbursement and relocation assistance.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Discretionary annual merit increases.
- Bonuses and profit sharing.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Paid time off.
- Free two-year community or technical college tuition for employees’ children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
