Quality Control Lead

Wonder•Fairfield, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Quality Control Lead, you are responsible for ensuring food safety and quality standards are met by routine monitoring of receiving/distribution, production, and food storage activities. The QC Lead will lead a team of Quality Control Associates and help ensure adherence to established food safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and Critical Control Points (CCPs) throughout the food process flow.

Requirements

1+ years experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance role in a Food Service Environment
6+ months experience using technology such as smart phones and tablets, inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information
Self-motivated and self-directed with strong communication skills
Ability to work effectively in team environments.
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment
HACCP guideline knowledge
18 years old and legally authorized to work in the US
Ability to communicate effectively as needed to carry out job functions, including reading, writing and basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction)
Able to lift, pull, and push 50 pounds of weight by oneself
Able to stand a full shift while working
Able to work evenings and weekends
Comfortable working in various temperatures including cold environments (34-40 degrees Fahrenheit) and occasional freezer temperatures that can range anywhere from 0-10 degrees Fahrenheit

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a USDA/FDA Regulated Facility or a GFSI certified facility preferred
ServSafe food handling certified or equivalent desired
Experience with Xray/Metal Detector or similar Food Manufacturing equipment
Familiar with Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) gas and/or Reduced Oxygen Packaging (ROP) manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead and support QC Associates in executing daily quality operations while assisting the QC Supervisor with team coordination, task organization, and performance monitoring
Ensure timely completion of all QC checks, including assisting with start-of-shift assignments, break and shift coverage, record reviews, verifications, and shift changeover reporting
Collaborate with Sanitation, Facilities, and Production teams to ensure alignment on food safety and quality standards, and support routine GMP audits, adenosine triphosphate (ATP) swabbing, cleanliness inspections, and pre-operational checks
Monitor and document Critical Control Points (CCPs), including refrigeration and cooling processes, to ensure compliance with HACCP and Food Safety Plans
Conduct quality checks across production, including batch testing, label verification, leak detection, and verification of equipment calibration (thermometers, scales) and sanitation chemical concentrations
Identify and document non-conforming items, manage product holds, and assist with implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Maintain QC equipment records and ensure calibration schedules are met; oversee sanitation documentation (daily, weekly, monthly) for accuracy and completion.
Monitor and manage QC supply inventory to ensure all areas remain properly stocked
Oversee the receiving and delivery process for incoming products (fresh, frozen, and dry), ensuring proper temperatures and compliance with food safety requirements
Distribution Center - Assist in facilitating the daily operations and activities in the outbound warehouse areas prior to dispatch, while ensuring food safety measures are met during the process
Lead and support training initiatives
Complete other duties as assigned