Quality Control Supervisor

Berkots Super Foods•Joliet, IL

12d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Supervisor will supervise and coordinate daily quality control activities within the meat commissary operation. This role involves conducting routine inspections, monitoring compliance with food safety regulations, and investigating quality concerns. The supervisor will also be responsible for training employees, assisting with audits, and ensuring equipment is calibrated. This position requires a strong understanding of food safety principles and regulations, as well as excellent communication and leadership skills.

Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout production facilities.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in refrigerated and cold-storage environments.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Frequent bending, reaching, and inspection activities within production areas.
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 3 years of quality control, food safety, or meat processing experience.
Working knowledge of USDA regulations, HACCP principles, GMPs, SSOPs, and food safety standards.
Experience conducting audits and maintaining regulatory compliance documentation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and quality management systems.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Quality Assurance, or a related field preferred.
Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily quality control activities within the meat commissary operation.
Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, work-in-process products, finished goods, equipment, and production areas.
Monitor compliance with USDA, FDA, HACCP, SSOP, GMP, and company food safety requirements.
Review and maintain quality control records, production logs, temperature monitoring records, and regulatory documentation.
Investigate product quality concerns, customer complaints, and non-conformance issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions as needed.
Verify product specifications, labeling accuracy, packaging integrity, and shelf-life standards.
Perform environmental monitoring and sanitation verification procedures.
Collaborate with production supervisors and management to identify opportunities for process improvements and quality enhancements.
Conduct employee training on food safety, sanitation, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
Assist with internal audits, third-party audits, and regulatory inspections.
Monitor and trend quality performance metrics and prepare reports for management review.
Ensure all quality control equipment is properly calibrated and maintained.
Support product recalls, traceability exercises, and food safety investigations when necessary.