Supervisor, Quality 1st Shift - Fairfield, CA
About The Position
The Supervisor, Quality is a hands-on leader who keeps products safe, standards high, and teams performing at their best. This role involves supervising and coaching technicians and leads, driving daily performance, and partnering across teams to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards. The position also focuses on strengthening Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and championing a culture of continuous improvement. Due to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Schedules may vary and are subject to change. Core Hours are 6am-3pm, with flexibility required.
Requirements
- Demonstrated Leadership experience
- Great communication and interpersonal skills.
Nice To Haves
- B.S. Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or other related field preferred
- HACCP certification and GFSI audits experience such as FSSC 22000 or SQF a plus
- PCQI certified preferred
Responsibilities
- Accountable for quality and food safety practices during operations.
- Maintains holds and develops corrective actions (CAPA) by utilizing root cause analysis as necessary and monitors CAPA for effectiveness.
- Manages quality and sanitation team by scheduling/approving timecards, assigning tasks and providing ongoing training/mentoring.
- Facilitates with production the monitoring of processes and procedures to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.
- Initiate, track and trend NCRs/CAPAs.
- Be a part of the internal audit team and participate actively in the scheduled food safety and facility GMP audits.
- Co-ordinate the pre-op, post-op and glass/brittle plastic inspections.
- Acts as a communication liaison between management and quality staff to support corporate and plant-driven initiatives.
- As part of the food safety team, maintains the food safety plan and updates SOPs as required.
- Ensures training of associates at all levels on quality programs.
- Interact with other supervisors/managers within Ferrara to share best practices.
- Perform and maintain the environmental monitoring program and product testing program.
- Trend the KPI data for the Quality Manager and assist in preparing reports for senior leadership management.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO)
- Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
