Supervisor, Quality Assurance

California Dairies, Inc. • Los Banos, CA

3d • $72,499 - $107,769 • Onsite

About The Position

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. Located in the heart of the Central Valley, our Los Banos manufacturing facility specializes in creating high value milk powder. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!

Requirements

• Must work in a safe manner and follow all safety procedures including use of safety equipment.
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
• Must have good organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to provide training to employees through Power Point presentations.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and weekends.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Publisher, Word, Excel, and Power Point programs.
• College level verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced computational skills required.
• Good math reasoning required.
• Excellent organizational and follow through skills.
• Ability to self-direct work to a timely completion.
• Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.
• A BS degree in Dairy or Food Science or other related field and four years of experience in a leadership role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required in five (5) out of the last ten (10) years.
• English is required as the written and spoken language.
• Must possess or be able to obtain California State Pasteurizers License and California State Sampler's and Weigher's License.

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft Visio is a plus.
• Other languages are a definite asset.
• A well-modulated tonal volume is required with excellent diction skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain the company Quality Systems programs.
• Support and enforce the SQF, QA, GMP, and Safety policies and procedures including production needs.
• Support and assist in maintaining the HACCP program and its pre-requisite programs.
• Support and maintain the Food Safety/Food Security/Biosecurity programs.
• Aid in customer complaint investigations and response.
• Ensure that product releases are done in a timely manner.
• Take over the hold and release of products in the absence of the Product Control Specialist.
• Aid in the review of microbiology test results daily and further investigate high counts.
• Physically inspect known or likely trouble points of potential contamination with production management.
• Aid in the review of plant documents and inspections to ensure all procedures are being followed.
• Aid in the inspection of dryers during down time, and ensure forms are properly filled out and all the critical parameters are addressed.
• Aid in the pre-inspections leading towards audits to ensure no infractions are found during the walk through.
• Aid in new pre-start up inspections for all major equipment.
• Aid in the maintenance of all plant audit related forms and binders to ensure everything is properly filled out, such as: Daily/Monthly glass, plastic brittle and ceramics inspections, Daily/Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly pest control inspections.
• Oversee daily equipment calibrations.
• Ensure technicians calibrate load out and receiving thermometers daily.
• Ensure technicians calibrate all other thermometers weekly.
• Ensure NIST certified thermometers are re-calibrated annually.
• Aid in the master sanitation programs to ensure high compliance rate at the end of the month.
• Oversee the review of CIP records daily - investigate and report any cleaning problems or deficiencies.
• Generate a Preventative Measure if needed and consult with plant management for implementation approach.
• Assist QA Manager with the Appendix N program administration.
• Aid in the inspection of codes for both finish powder and butter (Tipton, Visalia, Fresno, Turlock South) daily.
• Aid in the inspection finish package appearance daily for both butter (Tipton, Visalia, Fresno, Turlock South) and powder.
• Will be responsible for all Quality Assurance Manager tasks during vacation or leave.
• Follow all safety and working rules.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
• Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with California Dairies Inc. best interests.
• Assist in quality assurance and any other areas of the plant when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and incentive programs
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off, sick days & holidays
• Retirement plans
• Variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager