Quality Assurance Specialist

Dairy Farmers of America • St. Paul, MN

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About The Position

This role is responsible for various quality assurance tasks within a food manufacturing environment. Key duties include batch record review, product disposition, data entry, and maintaining records for audits. The specialist will also be involved in root cause analysis, customer communication, and supporting the Quality Management System. Additionally, the role involves educating employees on food safety and quality, potentially participating in facility walkthroughs and inspections, and adhering to all company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 to 3 years of quality systems, food safety, production, or related experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Able to use Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Able to prepare technical reports and procedures
• Able to keep good records (record keeping skill)
• Able to prioritize tasks and work independently
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education related to food science, biological science, or related sciences preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment such as SQF, HACCP and PCQI certifications

Responsibilities

• Complete batch record review of various products and data entry into management software system
• Disposition products (assign/change status) in management software systems as assigned
• Review, organize, and file production records
• Perform and/or assist with root cause analysis
• Maintain company and customer required spreadsheets, records, and reports and communicate with customers as needed
• Prepare and organize records as requested for internal and external audits
• Obtain and/or issue certificates of analysis as needed
• Support and assist in the writing, reviewing, updating, and training of all documentation elements of the Quality Management System and related software
• Educate and train employees on food safety and quality topics per corporate guidelines
• May complete quality walkthroughs of the facility to ensure necessary corrective actions are completed; may participate in regulatory and customer inspections
• Adhere to all DFA Quality and Safety policies and procedures and report any nonconformities
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED