QA Coordinator

Aviagen • Crossville, TN

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About The Position

Aviagen is seeking a Quality Assurance Coordinator for its Pedigree Hatchery in Crossville, Tennessee. The role supports the Hatchery team in maintaining quality objectives and verifying that activities conform to quality assurance standards. The coordinator works closely with the Pedigree Hatchery and production teams and reports directly to the Pedigree QA and Regulatory Manager. Duties may vary according to organizational needs and may include other tasks assigned by the QA Management team.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel with Pivot Tables, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to perform occasional physically demanding aspects of the job.
• Ability to work flexible hours and occasional weekends.
• Above-average math skills and problem-solving abilities, with an emphasis on data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of hatchery and poultry operations preferred.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with sampling procedures, including bacterial and mold monitoring.
• Detail-oriented, professional, and organized, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of hatchery and poultry operations.
• Understanding of ISO 9001:2015 or an equivalent standard.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance checks on day-old chicks and eggs.
• Assist in revising and updating the quality assurance manual and procedures.
• Observe employees and ask questions about their job functions.
• Maintain strong communication with the Hatchery management team and communicate with personnel at all levels of the facility.
• Review worker logs, product processing sheets, and specification sheets to verify that records meet quality assurance specifications.
• Determine appropriate corrective actions and conduct root cause analysis.
• Perform routine facility monitoring, tests, and sample collection.
• Recognize quality-related problems and opportunities for improvement, and help develop and implement solutions.
• Write and submit reports to hatchery supervisory personnel and the QA Management team.
• Maintain and upload paperwork in a timely manner.
• Follow policies and procedures related to animal welfare, biosecurity, and compartmentalization.
• Perform other duties as determined by the QA Management team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time