Supervisor, QA

Lakeside Foods•Weston, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Supervisor position ensures products meet quality standards by performing visual and mechanical inspections, conducting tests, and using measurement tools. They maintain accurate documentation, follow standard operating procedures, and report any deviations or non-conformances. This role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must demonstrate operational understanding of machinery involved in the QA process.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access
Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and other food safety standards
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable making decisions that impact production (e.g., placing product on hold)

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED, preferred.
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in food science, Biology, Chemistry, Quality Assurance, or a related field, preferred.
One or more years of experience in a quality assurance role within a manufacturing or food production environment, preferred
Experience conducting inspections and audits, preferred
Experience with documentation and record-keeping systems, preferred
Supervisory or team lead experience, preferred; Ability to lead and train QA team members effectively
Experience developing SOPs and training materials, preferred
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
HACCP Certification, preferred
Successfully pass the PCQI and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) certification examinations within 12 months of being hired.
SQF Practitioner or similar food safety certification
Internal Auditor Training (e.g., ISO 9001 or similar)
OSHA 10/30-Hour Certification-Willing to obtain certification through on-site training.
First Aid/CPR/AED-Willing to obtain certification through on-site training.

Responsibilities

Supervise Quality Assurance personnel during production, packaging, labeling, and shipping.
Train and audit personnel on quality tests and procedures.
Perform all on-line Quality Assurance (QA) functions.
Conduct routine inspections of the glass and brittle plastic, GMP’s, facility grounds and equipment, pest control, sanitation, etc., within the facility.
Perform necessary miscellaneous chemical and microbiological sampling.
Assist in all audits.
Conduct or assist with special projects and tests as assigned by Quality Assurance Manager.
Quickly identify and respond to quality issues, including placing materials on hold or shutting down production lines when necessary.
Perform and monitor customer sample requests and purchased product grading.
Review daily process records.
Input daily product grades following QA record review.
Enter, save and print data using Microsoft Excel and Access software programs that have been customized for the Quality Assurance department.
File records and maintain quality control documentation and filing systems.
Participate in team meetings and training sessions, working closely with production, maintenance, and QA teams to resolve quality issues.
Perform pre-operational inspections