Food Safety & Quality Supervisor

E.A. Sween Company•Eden Prairie, MN

11h•$66,097 - $99,201•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1955, E.A. Sween has been on a mission to passionately feed millions daily with high-quality food people enjoy. They are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization committed to strategic growth. E.A. Sween prides itself on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, and team members are seen, heard, and appreciated. They are seeking a reliable, quality-focused team member with excellent attention to detail who actively seeks opportunities to improve processes for greater efficiency without compromising product quality. The ideal candidate demonstrates a positive, "can-do" attitude that inspires and motivates others, and is open to learning new skills and adapts quickly to changing priorities and demands.

Requirements

BS degree in Food Science or related degree field or equivalent experience.
2-3 years of Quality Control experience in the food industry.
Minimum of 2 years Management/Supervisory experience.
Knowledge of SQF, USDA FDA requirements.
Experience implementing HACCP principles and FSMA rules including preventive controls.
SPC (Statistical Process Control) and data analyses skills.
Personal computer skills (Microsoft Word & Excel, Network)
Attention to precision and detail.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to interact with all divisions and levels of employees.
Possess problem solving strengths.
Able to work independently.

Nice To Haves

HACCP, SQF and PCQI certificates or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Ensure company and customer specifications for food safety and quality are met.
Assist production team with solving food safety and quality issues in all production areas.
Complete food safety and quality sign-offs in Redzone compliance system.
Maintain and update food safety and quality datasheets in Redzone.
Responsible for training of Quality team members in essential duties.
Assist in maintaining CAPA process; assign internal CAPA requests and verifies completion.
Work closely with other departments to provide guidance and support in development of new policies and procedures to ensure food safety and quality standards are being met.
Monitor GMP’s in all production areas to ensure food safety and quality products. Ensure corrective actions are implemented when infractions occur.
Maintain SQF program, including verification and validation activities to remain compliant to SQF standards.
Supports other food safety and production functions as needed.
Back up for Quality Lead and Auditor positions, as well as other micro back up duties as needed.
Manage raw material and purchased goods auditing program.
Support Supplier CAR (Corrective Action Request) program as appropriate.
Review customer complaints, investigate, and respond as appropriate.
Collaborate with Sr Plant Quality Manager to establish quality KPI’s.
Manages the receipt and shipment of sample parts to/from suppliers, including samples of new/revised product and non-conforming product.
Participate in SQF, FDA, Military and Customer audits as requested.
Execute assigned food safety, quality and continuous improvement activities to support SQF Code, regulatory, and customer requirements.
Professionally represent EA Sween to suppliers, industry and government professionals including but not limited to FDA, USDA, MDA, Military and SQF Auditors.
Responsible for building an effective Quality team. Responsibilities include hiring, feedback, recognition and performance management.
Develop and maintain accurate job descriptions and performance standards for direct reports.
Ensure direct reports have the proper education and training to meet the requirements of their position. Provide coaching and any disciplinary action as needed.
Assist each direct report with development of their personal professional goals.
Provide leadership support to the Food Safety & Quality department in the absence of the Sr Plant Quality Manager.
Support and demonstrate the EA Sween spirit and values.
Works safely and wears appropriate PPE and attire.
Complete mandatory EA Sween Company training sessions; attend external training sessions as needed.
Report hazardous conditions to the Sr Plant Quality Manager.
Cooperate with all aspects of the safety program at EA Sween Company.
Perform all activities in accordance with company safety policies.
Attend classes/seminars/webinars to maintain qualifications for the Food Safety & Quality Supervisor position.
Review the salary of each direct report on an annual basis.
Conduct performance reviews with each direct report at a minimum of twice per year.
Represent department and Company to the public, industry and government in a professional manner.
Participate in process improvement Kaizen or similar events.