Supervisor, Quality Compliance

Lactalis Heritage Dairy Inc • Walton, NY

4d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Lactalis Heritage Dairy, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is hiring a Quality Compliance Supervisor based in Walton, New York. The role provides leadership and technical assistance to operations by managing food safety and compliance systems and promoting regulatory awareness and commitment. The supervisor conducts fact-based assessments and audits of manufacturing systems and ensures Quality and Food Safety Systems and processes comply with Federal, State, and other regulatory requirements. The role also assists with developing quality systems, internal regulations, and personnel management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, food science, dairy science, food engineering, or food technology.
• At least 5 years of experience in dairy production and/or the food industry.
• At least 2 years of supervisor or team lead experience.
• Specialized knowledge of GFSI, FDA, USDA, and New York State regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Cheese industry experience is preferred.
• FSSC 22000 knowledge is preferred.
• Knowledge of cheese chemistry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective operation of the HACCP system and Pre-Requisite Program, including timely updates and maintenance, as a Food Safety team leader.
• Monitor and report indicators related to compliance with CCPs and OPRPs.
• Assist in creating HACCP-related training and deliver training to all site employees.
• Coordinate Food Safety Team activities, schedule review meetings, and follow up on actions needed to maintain the HACCP program.
• Co-lead internal and external audits and follow-up actions; ensure the plant maintains compliance with external standards such as ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, and customer standards.
• Participate in the Change Control Board and co-lead when required; manage requests that affect the HACCP System.
• Assist with identifying and achieving facility KPIs through appropriate corrective and preventive actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze information related to Quality and Food Safety System performance and routinely report on the system’s effectiveness and suitability to the Quality Manager and Plant Director.
• Provide Quality support for plant projects and initiatives in the manufacturing environment.
• Approve engineering validation protocols.
• Participate in Food Safety Investigations and Foreign Materials analysis.
• Support the manufacture of safe, quality food; observe Good Manufacturing Practices, remain alert for bioterrorism, and report off-standard or abnormal conditions.
• Inspect and audit operations across all phases of quality performance, observing Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Sanitation Practices.

Benefits

• Affordable benefits and coverage options, with company support for insurance costs.
• Company contributions to retirement plans.
• Paid Time Off from day one.
• Training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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