Supervisor, Quality Compliance

Select Division•Walton, NY

About The Position

Lactalis Heritage Dairy, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is hiring a Quality Compliance Supervisor based in Walton, New York. The role provides leadership and technical assistance to operations by managing food safety and compliance systems and promoting regulatory awareness and commitment. The supervisor conducts fact-based assessments and audits of manufacturing systems, ensures Quality and Food Safety Systems and processes comply with applicable Federal, State, and other regulatory requirements, and assists with developing quality systems, internal regulations, and personnel management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, food science, dairy science, food engineering, or food technology.
At least 5 years of experience in dairy production and/or the food industry.
At least 2 years of supervisor or team lead experience.
Specialized knowledge of GFSI, FDA, USDA, and New York State regulations.

Nice To Haves

Cheese experience.
FSSC 22000 knowledge.
Cheese chemistry knowledge.

Responsibilities

Ensure effective operation and timely maintenance of the HACCP system and Pre-Requisite Program as a Food Safety Team leader.
Monitor and report indicators linked to compliance with CCPs and OPRPs.
Assist in creating HACCP-related training and deliver training to site employees.
Coordinate Food Safety Team activities, schedule review meetings, and follow up on actions needed to maintain the HACCP program.
Co-lead internal and external audits and follow-up actions.
Ensure the plant maintains compliance with external standards, including ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, and customer standards.
Participate in the Change Control Board and co-lead when required.
Manage requests that impact the HACCP System.
Assist in identifying and achieving facility KPIs through corrective and preventive actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
Assist in analyzing information related to Quality and Food Safety System performance.
Report routinely to the Quality Manager and Plant Director on the system’s effectiveness and suitability.
Provide Quality support for plant projects and manufacturing initiatives.
Approve engineering validation protocols.
Participate in Food Safety Investigations and Foreign Materials analysis.
Help ensure safe, quality food is manufactured while observing Good Manufacturing Practices, remaining alert for bioterrorism, and reporting off-standard or abnormal conditions.
Inspect and audit all phases of operations for quality performance, observing Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Sanitation Practices.