QA Supervisor
Job description
The SQF practitioner will be responsible for the development. Implementation, review, maintenance, validation, and auditing of the SQF system, including food safety and quality.
Responsibilities:
Gather, monitor, analyze, and report on food quality information and related data
Responsible to develop, validate, verify, implement, review SQF system
Take appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the SQF system
Communicate essential information to relevant personnel for an effective implementation and maintenance of the SQF system
Implementation and maintenance of the quality management system, including HACCP to ensure the continuous improvement of quality
Translate and incorporate good manufacturing practices (GMP) into operational practices
Critically analyze processes and procedure to identify and assess potential food safety hazards and quality defects
Impart ongoing employee training for HACCP, SOPs and GMPs
Assist in Research and Development
Perform routine analysis
Participate in team management meetings in order to discuss/solve plant issues and to achieve better efficiencies
Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, developing personal growth opportunities for the QA department
Oversee development and training of QA personnel. Ensure that employee’s abilities, knowledge and qualification meet production requirements
Handle issues related to direct reports performance and attendance
Participate in the development and implementation of production and inventory control systems and procedures
Carry out any relevant duties as directed by the Senior Production Manager or Senior Leadership Team
Carry out other duties as required
Qualifications:
5+ years experience working in food manufacturing facility
Degree in Food Safety or Science Technology would be an asset
Knowledge and experience with environmental testing
Solid Health & Safety background
Management experience in multicultural environment preferred
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
Bellingham, WA 98225: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
ISO 9001: 1 year (Preferred)