Group Leader-QC

OSI Careers•Morristown, IN

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Group Leader-QC leads employees who perform tests and testing procedures on equipment, incoming raw materials, finished products, and products in process. The role documents and reports results according to established procedures, provides backup across quality control positions, and helps ensure testing is conducted properly and supplies and materials are available. The work is performed in a manufacturing environment with cold and warm temperatures and requires appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements

2–5 years of combined prior experience in food manufacturing, quality control, and on-the-job training.
Ability to accurately perform basic mathematical computations.
Ability to enter data into a reporting system.
Ability to follow instructions.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to stand, bend, walk, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, and feel objects, tools, or controls for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Close vision sufficient to view a computer screen.
Ability to work in cold and warm manufacturing conditions while wearing appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

Train employees performing product quality and safety testing.
Resolve simple employee conflicts or testing difficulties according to established policy, referring more complicated matters to the next higher level.
Make recommendations regarding hiring, firing, training, discipline, and promotions.
Work with Quality Assurance employees to ensure tests are conducted properly and sufficient supplies and materials are available for testing and analysis.
Provide backup to all positions in the quality control department.
Obtain and prepare samples, and conduct analyses using a variety of laboratory testing equipment.
Swab assigned production-floor grid areas and conduct bacterial analysis according to established processes and procedures.
Inspect production equipment for rust and condensation, and interpret and document results.
Conduct audits, including checks of outbound-product temperatures and product packaging counts.
Interpret and record test results, documenting them according to established processes and procedures.
Produce reports detailing and summarizing test results.
Maintain a clean and sanitary testing environment and comply with organizational policies, including safety, good manufacturing practices, food safety, employment, and work rules.
Perform other duties as assigned.