Internal Raw Material Grading Coordinator

MGF Brand•Willows, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Internal Raw Material Grading Coordinator you will be responsible for inspecting, entering, and grading all incoming cheese that is received at Masters Gallery Foods, Inc. Position is responsible for cheese problem-solving at our production facility, as well as management of bulk holds, returns, and partial loads to maximize company efficiency and profit. Of critical importance to the position is the ability to communicate effectively with management, production, and vendors at all levels.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
A minimum of four years of experience in the dairy industry with experience in cheese grading or laboratory work desired.
Ability to forecast future cheese attributes.
Ability to assess quality and be firm in decisions.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Good organizational skills and analytical ability.
Ability to problem solve and negotiate solutions under diverse conditions.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Grade all cheese used in production and maintain complete grading and quality records.
Monitor bulk load weights, dates, lab analysis, storage and trailer conditions, storage temperatures and capacities, palletization and pallet conditions, and finish packaging on bulk supplied by vendors.
Troubleshoot cheese performance issues in production.
Monitor bulk holds and bulk returns.
Monitor rotation of bulk and partial used product.
Enter data for all bulk cheese at Masters Gallery Foods.
Scan all paperwork to be filed by lot number.
Assist warehouse staff with their error reports.
File completed paperwork.
Pull samples of cheese as needed for testing. Includes Lab/R&D.
Work on Trim Quality.
Address line quality issues related to cheese and submit complaints to vendors.
Educate all departments on cheese quality and correct procedures as needed.
Communicate with other departments related to cheese along with completing a daily passdown.
Assemble cutting samples for customer presentations or testing.
Assist Product Development with picking, gathering and sending samples.
Conduct new employee orientations regarding bulk cheese attributes.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager, Director of Grading and Cheese Quality, and/or Senior Vice President – Corporate Quality & Product Development.

Benefits

Vacation Time Off (service-based paid time off and 10 paid holidays)
Center for Health and Wellness - Free to employees and their dependents
Incentives and incentive programs (such as tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, subsidized fitness programs, cell phone discount programs, employee assistance program, and more)
Opportunities to give back to the community (drives, activities, matched donations, and more)
Green sustainability initiatives
Continuous improvement initiatives - technology driven
Training and development programs
Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, and filtered Culligan water
Listen to Sirius XM Radio while you work!
Continuous communication with Employees - Company App
Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement-free zone
Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party and more)