Quality Assurance Supervisor - 1st Shift

Flagstone Foods•Robersonville, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

At Flagstone Foods, we believe appreciation grows goodness. It shows up every day in how we work —by looking out for one another, taking pride in what we produce, and doing the job right. We’re one of North America’s largest manufacturers of snack nuts, trail mixes, and dried fruits, with plants in Robersonville, NC; El Paso, TX; and Dothan, AL, and a headquarters in Minneapolis. Our teams keep our lines running, our food safe, and our quality high. We’re growing and adding to our team. We’re looking for reliable, dedicated people who value teamwork, safety, and consistency. If you want work you can take pride in, a supportive team, and a company that respects the people on the floor, you may find your home at Flagstone Foods.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related degree preferred; HACCP certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive and demonstrated quality assurance and food safety management leadership experience in the food industry or manufacturing industry.
Strong computer skills including experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
Excellent skills in the areas of teamwork, decision making, relationship building, coaching, and motivating.
Ability to solve complex problems with attention to detail and the ability to think critically.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent skills in the areas of teamwork, motivation, decision making, relationship building, and coaching.
Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

HACCP certification

Responsibilities

Oversee food safety, quality standards and legality of products manufactured in the facility, support compliance to plant quality and food safety systems, pest control, sanitation, environmental policy, corrective action policy, etc.
Assist in developing and maintaining all programs and procedures related to food safety and quality.
Direct Quality Assurance department and inspection operations on all shifts for received, in-process, and finished product quality and food safety.
Provide daily supervision of QA Technicians regarding training and development in proper procedures, standards, and handling of employee relations, including establishment of measurable goals and input on performance reviews.
Train, develop, and mentor QA Technicians regarding food safety, quality, and legality.
Manage shift planning/scheduling and work assignments for Quality Assurance department positions.
Direct the inspection of incoming ingredients including random sampling of products, the physical condition of ingredients and packaging, fat and moisture content, and compliance with ingredient specifications.
Ensure out-of-specification products, materials, and ingredients are put on hold, investigations conducted, disposition determined, and issues resolved.
Act as technical liaison for Quality Assurance department in the absence of the Quality Assurance Manager: externally with customers and vendors; internally with production, R&D, marketing, and procurement for all quality processes.
Initiate quality complaint investigations; verify corrective action completion and continued conformance
Support facility during inspections, customer audits, and other interactions with regulatory agencies/customers
Support facility with required certifications.
Participate in new product development and commercialization.
Oversee label and packaging proofing and verification program to ensure correct labels are applied during manufacturing.
Lead/train and participate in internal audits and mock recalls while ensuring compliance to internal quality policies and applicable local regulations through the audits, observations, process reviews, and development of corrective actions with management.
Inspect work areas for safety hazards, observe employees safe work habits, and take corrective action as necessary; fill out accident investigation reports and attend safety meetings, as appropriate; communicate and follow up to meet safety goals.
Participate in training programs as needed (e.g., cGMP, HACCP, Safety).
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.