QA Manager

Portco Packaging•Toppenish, WA

37d•Onsite

About The Position

The QA Manager is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of processes and procedures that directly relate to maintaining high-quality standards and adherence to SQF Food Safety and Quality System Elements. Team innovations to encourage personal growth, professional development, and fun! Hands-on training provided to kick start your career! Relationships, rewards, and recognition! Inspirational core values of Integrity, Engagement, Accountability and Compassion! Vital benefits to keep you healthy and enjoying a good work-life balance! Endless potential for growth! Are you ready to THRIVE together? If so, Portco Packaging has a great opportunity for you! Who is Portco? Look no further! Watch this 1-minute video that highlights what we're all about: Click Here! This is a full-time on-site position located in Toppenish, WA. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 7 paid holidays (after 90 days of service), and generous PTO accruals from day one!

Requirements

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively
Ability to effectively manage, motivate, and train employees
Proficient math skills
Able to detect minute visual differences (color, etc.)
Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
Ability to be detail orientated
Understand and use basic office equipment and programs
Strong organizational skills
Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) policies and procedures
High school diploma or G.E.D.
HACCP trained and certified
2-5 years of experience in quality and safe food production or related field
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; bilingual in Spanish preferred

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field preferred
SQF Certification preferred.
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, audit, maintain, and monitor all site programs, procedures, practices, and policies that ensure safe practices, SQF (Safe Quality Food) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards
Train production employees on SQF, Quality, Compliance, and GMP standards
Ensure accurate record keeping related to local, state, federal, and SQF requirements
Manage Red Tag (Hold and Release) Program
Manage Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plans, Sanitation, Chemical Control Programs
Cross-train and collaborate with Woodland SQF Practitioner to ensure consistency between the plants
Oversight of food safety validation and verification for site's Product Development and Realization Program
Job Approval and quality checks during production, as required by SOP and customer requirements