Quality Lab Supervisor

MGF Brand•Plymouth, WI

About The Position

At Masters Gallery Foods, enhancing the lives of those we influence, whether our employees, our partners or individuals in our communities, is something we strive to do every day. After all, we believe a positive impact is something to be proud of , and is the foundation for everything we do. If you're looking for an opportunity to be empowered to be the best you can be at work or at home, you've come to the right place. We offer a cooperative culture that is rich in ongoing career development and rooted in collaboration. Masters Gallery Foods is proudly based in Wisconsin, and delivers the highest quality cheese products to our partners and customers. You will be supported and encouraged to make a difference , and your dedication and passion is acknowledged and appreciated . If you want to make a change and start where you can grow, you can at Masters Gallery Foods. Join us! Quality Lab Supervisor As the Quality Lab Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing laboratory quality control, analytical testing, microbiological testing, environmental testing, and coordinating laboratory paperwork. Maintain relationships with outside laboratories and review microbiological results from outside laboratories. Maintain all lab employee scheduling. Communicate all lab results to Quality Lab Manager, Director of Quality Systems and Vice President of Food Safety & Quality Systems. Manage annual water testing, air, and compressed air quality testing. Manage employee uniform and shoe testing. Perform or coordinate label claim verification testing. Oversee analytical and microbiological testing in quality laboratory. Perform or review pathogen testing on environmental, bulk, and finished production samples. Manage and prioritize finished product/bulk analytical and micro testing workload for Quality Lab Technicians. Set up new items in micro testing system. Develop, maintain, and coordinate distribution of Certificates of Analysis to customers. Investigate out of specification results. Maintain and order laboratory supplies. Maintain and ensure accuracy of laboratory equipment calibration. Train and instruct Quality personnel on the proper use of reference materials and equipment/instruments to determine product compliance. Complete and distribute proper forms and worksheets. Maintain the Masters Gallery Environmental Monitoring Program. Maintain laboratory accreditations. Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Lab Manager and Vice President of Food Safety & Quality Systems.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Food Science or Microbiology or equivalent experience.
Three to five years of previous experience in a food lab is desired, or with previous experience in a management role preferred.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Good decision-making skills regarding quality standards.
Knowledge of GMP requirements.
Knowledge of AOAC and Standard Methods for the Examination of Dairy Products approved methods for cheese testing.
Knowledge of food standard methods.
Good organizational skills and analytical ability.

Nice To Haves

Ability to maintain membership with Wisconsin Laboratory Association and/or other laboratory affiliation recommended.

Responsibilities

Overseeing laboratory quality control, analytical testing, microbiological testing, environmental testing, and coordinating laboratory paperwork.
Maintain relationships with outside laboratories and review microbiological results from outside laboratories.
Maintain all lab employee scheduling.
Communicate all lab results to Quality Lab Manager, Director of Quality Systems and Vice President of Food Safety & Quality Systems.
Manage annual water testing, air, and compressed air quality testing.
Manage employee uniform and shoe testing.
Perform or coordinate label claim verification testing.
Oversee analytical and microbiological testing in quality laboratory.
Perform or review pathogen testing on environmental, bulk, and finished production samples.
Manage and prioritize finished product/bulk analytical and micro testing workload for Quality Lab Technicians.
Set up new items in micro testing system.
Develop, maintain, and coordinate distribution of Certificates of Analysis to customers.
Investigate out of specification results.
Maintain and order laboratory supplies.
Maintain and ensure accuracy of laboratory equipment calibration.
Train and instruct Quality personnel on the proper use of reference materials and equipment/instruments to determine product compliance.
Complete and distribute proper forms and worksheets.
Maintain the Masters Gallery Environmental Monitoring Program.
Maintain laboratory accreditations.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Lab Manager and Vice President of Food Safety & Quality Systems.

Benefits

A generous benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, 401(k) with company match, and more)
Vacation Time Off (service-based paid time off and 10 paid holidays)
Center for Health and Wellness - Free to employees and their dependents
Incentives and incentive programs (such as tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, subsidized fitness programs, cell phone discount programs, employee assistance program, and more)
Opportunities to give back to the community (drives, activities, matched donations, and more)
Green sustainability initiatives
Continuous improvement initiatives - technology driven
Training and development programs
Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, and filtered Culligan water
Listen to Sirius XM Radio while you work!
Continuous communication with Employees - Company App
Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement-free zone
Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party, and more)