QUALITY ASSURANCE

SUPERVISOR

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Chicago, Illinois 60608

Job Description

**This is a salaried position with a 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. shift. Pay range of $70-$80k.

Position Summary:

The Quality Assurance Supervisor’s primary role is to supervise all sampling, testing, and results-reporting activities impacting Food Safety and Quality. The role also serves as the facility SQF Practitioner, maintaining proper documentation and reports. The role is responsible for communication with all departments on issues concerning product Food Safety and Quality.

Primary Responsibilities:

Supervises Laboratory Personnel in microbiological and analytical testing.
Trains Laboratory Personnel in procedures and equipment operation.
Problem-solves issues pertaining to product quality through communication with all departments and outside vendors as necessary .
Oversee the review and maintenance of the SQF System, including food safety fundamentals outlined in “Food Safety Fundamentals” and the “Food Safety Plan.”
Takes appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the SQF System and holds the responsibility to ensure all verification and validation activities are completed. Also responsible for assisting in auditing, training, and developing policies/procedures.

Key Activities:

Supervises Laboratory Personnel in microbiological and analytical testing.
Trains Laboratory Personnel in procedures and equipment operation.
Problem-solves issues pertaining to product quality through communication with all departments and outside vendors as necessary.
Audits existing manufacturing and sanitation SOP’s to ensure they are documented, are being followed and are current.
Assists in the management of third-party audit programs including SQF (Safe Quality Food) and coordinates verification and validation activities with the goal of achieving or maintaining SQF score of 95 or higher.
Responsible for assisting in auditing, training, & developing policies/procedures.
Monitor raw material & finished product testing for specification compliance.
Assist in response to food safety issues with corrective and preventive action plans.
Support Food Safety & Quality continuous improvement initiatives using proper methodologies such as statistical process control and root cause analysis.
Performs laboratory testing as needed.

Performance Metrics:

Ensure lab personnel complete prompt testing of finished product for hold/release program, prompt communication of hold information.
On-time completion of product testing.
Adherence to overtime and supply cost budgets.
On-time availability and reporting of results (L-10’s, etc.)
Developmental plan in place for Lab Techs and on-track.

Necessary Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related sciences, or Associates degree in related sciences with 5 years of experience in food industry with laboratory/quality experience and knowledge.
In lieu of a degree in related sciences, 5-10 years of experience in related food industry with extensive laboratory/quality experience and knowledge.
Familiarity with USDA, FDA, and Grade A Pasteurized Milk Ordinance requirements.
HACCP & PCQI certifications (within 3 years) preferred.
Bi-lingual in Spanish is a plus.

Skills Required:

Demonstrated passion for Food Safety and Quality.
High integrity, adaptable, disciplined, organized, energetic, goal driven.
Working knowledge for regulatory and quality system requirements supporting SQF certification.
Proficient in using MS Office and specific software to analyze data and create presentations.
Effective communicator to gain support and effect change.
Attention to detail
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Assertive regarding quality related issues
Responsible for complying to all Safe Quality Food (SQF) polices/procedures and requirements for position.
Responsible for following Safety (OSHA) regulations and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Why Should you Apply?

Competitive Pay
Growth and Advancement Opportunities
Sign-on Bonus
Competitive Benefits (Medical/Dental/401K)
Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Personal)

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