QA Group Leader

Rich Products Corporation•Crest Hill, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Rich’s, a family-owned food company, is seeking a Quality Assurance Lead Personnel. This role requires a proficient understanding of material presented and involves leading subordinate team members through assistance, guidance, effective communication, and document review. The position is crucial for maintaining product quality and ensuring adherence to food safety standards within the facility.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent (GED) or 4-6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Speak, read, write English (Spanish a Plus)
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, rations and proportions to practical situations
Basic Computer Skills
Effective Communications skills
Problem Solving Skills
Understanding of basic microbiology
Ability to document and measure results

Responsibilities

Notify Quality Assurance Manager and place on hold any finished products that are outside required parameters
Make accurate measurements of customer product
Work together with Line Supervisors
Visually approve customer product
Pull samples as directed by customer specifications
Prepare samples and forms for submission to outside lab for testing
Report any equipment that is not working properly
Monitor quality and GMPs on the floor
Monitor Metal Detectors
Perform and interpret Petri film testing for various nonpathogenic microorganisms (SPC, Coliforms, yeast and mold). Notification required for out of parameter products to Lab Supervisor and/or QA Manager.
Review Certificate of Analysis submitted by Vendors for verification of conformance to specifications and resolution or corrective action for out of specification submissions
Maintain good attendance and punctuality
Follow established work schedule
Maintain a positive and respectful attitude; cooperate with co-workers, management, internal and external customers, as applicable
Report any incidents of harassment to your Supervisor, Manager or Human Resources Manager
Must be able to take direction and follow instructions
Work safely at all times and report any unsafe conditions or injuries to your Supervisor or Manager immediately
Follow all GMP’s, food safety, and quality policies
Support all facility departments and staff in making decisions regarding food safety, quality, and integrity of the BRC System
Perform duties as assigned in the absence of Plant Manager and Operations Manager
Encourage continuous improvement in areas of quality, food safety, and BRC elements
Perform annual verification / validation of BRC system
Communicate quality and food safety industry, legislative, and scientific updates to plant staff