QA Supervisor - AZ

Classic Salads•Yuma, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The QA Supervisor is a seasonal employee in the quality control department and a critical member of the operations team. This role assists the Quality Assurance Manager in planning, implementing, and overseeing all quality assurance and quality control functions throughout all phases of plant operations. The position provides leadership to guide the manufacturing team in developing, maintaining, and improving all quality systems, including final inspection, in-process controls, supplier quality assurance, systems auditing, and product testing. The QA Supervisor will measure and report quality performance, ensure conformity to engineering and quality standards in compliance with sanitary, GMP, Federal, State, and local food protection standards, and Classic Salads programs. This role has direct responsibility for ensuring all work activities are performed to the highest standards of food quality, safe processes, and compliance with all legal requirements.

Requirements

Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in produce quality assurance or related field.
Knowledge of Primus GFS food safety audit scheme, HACCP, GMP, testing procedures, and microbiology.
Bilingual (English, Spanish) required.
Demonstrated knowledge or experience in required computer applications (Microsoft Office).
Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates.
Ability to manage priorities and workflow within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree with food science, agriculture, or related discipline is highly desired.
Bachelor's degree is preferred.
HACCP certification is highly preferred.
Preferred to travel with the company to Yuma Arizona during winter months (November to March).

Responsibilities

Adhere to all Classic Salads Food Safety and GMP Policies.
Assist QA Manager in maintaining an effective and compliant HACCP program with all regulatory and company-defined food safety and sanitation standards systems.
Be an active member of the HACCP and food defense teams to ensure food safety and quality are identified and maintained.
Provide QC shift leaders and QC technicians with training and direction to ensure they can execute their assigned responsibilities and when additional testing and sampling is required.
Ensure all scientific and measuring equipment are calibrated and accurate for their intended purpose and use.
Collect, review accuracy, and store in an organized manner all daily quality assurance records and reports, ensuring they conform to related specifications and requirements, including transferring data into Microsoft Excel.
Ensure that necessary records and reports are filed.
Review and maintain all required documentation in an organized manner during internal and external audits.
Provide support in raw product quality attributes and finished product sensory shelf life evaluations.
Support the hold-and-release program for raw materials and finished products.
Assist QA Manager with plant regulatory, customer, and third-party audits by giving tours, explaining plant programs, and reviewing documents with auditors.
Maintain supplies and equipment inventory and SDS/MSDS.
Provide training on food safety topics to plant-wide employees and ensure food safety and quality parameters are met.
Manage special projects as required.
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): bump cap, hearing protection, hair net, beard net, eye protection (goggles), face shield, gloves, slip-resistant shoes, wet/rain suit, apron, etc.
Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Able to work under pressure and time constraints.
Able to work in a cold/wet environment (34 - 36 °F Degrees).
Report all injuries and incidents, big or small.
Assist QC Manager in personnel matters such as time/attendance scheduling, and investigating and reporting all incidents, injuries, and disciplinary actions.
Make decisions regarding product quality in the absence of the Quality Manager.