Quality Assurance Supervisor (Food Production) *NEW Position*
Company: Rise Baking Company
Location: Kent
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
This is a swing shift position with general work hours 2 p.m. -
10:30 p.m. + additional production operation support when
required.Daytime training for first two weeks; 7 a.m. - 3:30
p.m.
JOB PURPOSEAssist in developing and maintaining all programs and
procedures related to food safety and quality. Supervise Quality
Assurance department and inspection operations on all shifts for
received, in-process, and finished product quality and food safety.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide daily supervision of QA Technicians regarding training
and development in proper procedures, standards, and handling of
employee relations, including establishment of measurable goals and
input on performance reviews
- Train, develop, and mentor QA Technicians regarding food
safety, quality, and legality
- Assist in supervising shift planning/scheduling and work
assignments for Quality Assurance department positions
- Partnering with the QA Manager, supervise the food safety
program, quality standards, and legality of products manufactured
in the facility, support compliance to plant quality and food
safety systems, pest control, sanitation, environmental policy,
corrective action policy, etc.
- Supervise the inspection of incoming ingredients including
random sampling of products, the physical condition of ingredients
and packaging, fat and moisture content, and compliance with
ingredient specifications
- Ensure out-of-specification products, materials, and
ingredients are put on hold, investigations conducted, disposition
determined, and issues resolved
- Act as technical liaison for Quality Assurance department in
the absence of the Quality Assurance Manager: externally with
customers and vendors; internally with production, R&D,
marketing, and procurement for all quality processes
- Initiate quality complaint investigations; verify corrective
action completion and continued conformance
- Support facility during inspections, customer audits, and other
interactions with regulatory agencies/customers
- Support facility with required certifications: organic,
non-GMO, kosher, etc.
- Participate in new product development and
commercialization
- Oversee label and packaging proofing and verification program
to ensure correct labels are applied during manufacturing
- Lead/train and participate in internal audits and mock recalls
while ensuring compliance to internal quality policies and
applicable local regulations through the audits, observations,
process reviews, and development of corrective actions with
management
- Inspect work areas for safety hazards, observe employees' safe
work habits, and take corrective action as necessary; fill out
accident investigation reports and attend safety meetings, as
appropriate; communicate and follow up to meet safety goals
- Participate in training programs as needed (e.g., BRC/SQF,
cGMP, HACCP, Safety)
- Perform other job-related duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS
(Education/Experience)
- College degree or work experience equivalent; 1+ year of
supervisory experience preferred or equivalent training and
recognized aptitude
- 3+ years of quality experience in the food industry; knowledge
and proven experience with food safety programs and systems: GFSI
(BRC or SQF preferred), internal auditing, GMPs, HACCP, FSMA
- Microbiological and sanitation experience preferred
- HACCP and PCQI certified or willing to become certified
- Versed in scientific methodology, RCA, continuous improvement,
SPC, and other tools to reduce process variability
- Operational knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office
applications
- Demonstrated ability to organize and supervise a diverse work
force
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent skills in the areas of teamwork, motivation, decision
making, relationship building, and coaching
- Ability to think critically and solve complex problems
- Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain
high attention to detail in a fast-paced
environmentRISE123MON123
Compensation details: 80000-90000 Yearly Salary
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Keywords: Rise Baking Company, Renton , Quality Assurance Supervisor (Food Production) *NEW Position*, Professions , Kent, Washington
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