


About the Role
The Quality Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating Plant Food Safety and Quality activities. Supervises lab technicians and manages all Quality Assurance activities in the lab as well as on the floor.
Key Activities
Responsible for product safety and quality while meeting Company and regulatory standards, and has oversight responsibility for a continuous quality improvement program that includes quality control and quality assurance. This person is responsible for ensuring that the production and distribution of products meets or exceeds all quality standards. This person also has responsibility for communicating quality results and the transfer of quality and QA knowledge to the workforce.
Supervises the plant lab and performs a variety of chemical, microbiological, sensory and physical analyses on raw materials and finished products, develops and maintains documentation of all required quality tests and activities.
Coordinates work schedules and purchasing supplies in the QA lab. Responsible for keeping the lab and testing expenses under control, including labor
Performs daily GMP and quality inspections to verify food safety and quality system.
Performs daily product sensory testing, evaluating product holds and product releases.
Supports operational TPM+ activities to drive continuous improvement in product quality/performance and process optimization.
Trains plant employees (new hires and refresher training) for GMPs and PRPs.
Leads the HACCP and the internal audit teams.
Provides Customer inputs into portals provided as required, and views/monitors postings to ensure all requirements are met.
Preferred Skills
Dairy experience
Sensory experience
Experience in Continuous Improvement (CI) Processes
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Science or a science-based area of study with a focus on microbiology
Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience
Possess a working knowledge of sanitation systems, techniques and procedures
Solid experience with Good Manufacturing Practices
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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