Quality Assurance and Food Safety Supervisor

Shearer's Foods Inc•Dayton, OH

63d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you excel in maintaining top-quality standards and enjoy leading teams towards success? We have an exciting opportunity for a QA Supervisor to join our dynamic team! As a QA Supervisor, you'll be crucial to our quality assurance process, ensuring our products meet high safety and quality standards. Take this chance to make a significant impact and advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Requirements

High school or equivalent degree required; a 4-year bachelor's degree is preferred
2+ years of experience in a quality assurance management or supervision role, preferably in the food processing industry. Experience may be used as a substitute for education

Nice To Haves

Sanitation experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a dedicated team of quality assurance professionals, ensuring they reach their full potential.
Ensure compliance with safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, and sanitation rules, creating a safe environment for everyone.
Conduct periodic audits to maintain top-notch product quality and promptly address any issues that arise.
Investigate customer complaints and perform root cause analysis to enhance the customer experience.
Coordinate and provide essential training for employees on quality and food safety programs.
Oversee the calibration, maintenance, and repair of quality assurance equipment, ensuring everything operates smoothly.
Supervise and monitor quality assurance tests for raw materials, bulk intermediates, and finished products to guarantee exceptional quality.
Communicate issues and developments identified during quality assurance activities and implement corrective actions.
Utilize metrics and data to evaluate and continuously improve quality assurance procedures and processes.
Monitor, support, and enforce all food safety processes and procedures, including SQF, AIB, and customer-specific standards, to uphold the highest safety standards.
Maintain a working knowledge of government and industry quality assurance codes and standards to ensure compliance.
Conduct verification/validation of preventative controls as a trained PCQI, contributing to our proactive approach to quality.
Participate in internal audits and food safety inspections, ensuring adherence to standards and regulations.
Review non-conforming materials and ensure product control is maintained to avoid any disruptions in quality.
Support recall program activities, including trace exercises and mass balances, to prepare for any potential issues.
Serve as HACCP Coordinator, playing a crucial role in maintaining food safety.
Assist in implementing quality assurance improvement plans, driving continuous improvement.
Plan and establish work schedules and assignments to meet and exceed performance standards.
Coordinate scheduling to meet facility needs, ensuring smooth operations.
Utilize standard work processes to ensure repeatable performance, contributing to our consistency and reliability.
Monitor quality assurance goals to ensure they align with performance standards and drive excellence.
Coordinate operations and activities within or between departments to foster collaboration and efficiency.
Observe quality control equipment and products to ensure adherence to standards and expectations.
Track employees' performance and attendance to meet metrics and ensure a high-performing team.
Direct employees involved in the quality assurance process, guiding them toward success.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Savings Plan with Match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate.

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