DescriptionPrinciple Responsibilities:
Meet and exceed quality and food safety goals set forth by plant management by leveraging advance engineering skillsets
Coordinates the activities of the Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) team for implementation of quality and food safety programs (HACCP and SSOP) and procedures
Conducts investigations of plant Quality Assurance and Food Safety processes and suggests process improvements projects and tasks that to be completed
Participates in Operational Excellence project, meeting project team no less than twice per year
Look for continuous improvement in operating processes and procedures and encourages hourly team member’s ownership of all processes
Conduct microbial R&D testing.
Responsible for minimizing customer claims through engineering controls
Monitors product and procedures to assure company, customer and government specifications are met or surpassed and make corrective action
Coordinate and supervise pre-operation sanitation, examining and verifying the cleanliness and sanitation of equipment and facilities daily
Improve employee safety by identifying hazards and problem shooting solutions
Manages labor to a zero budget
Proactively looks for ways to reduce cost through the elimination of foreign material
Completes daily production plans by scheduling and assigning employees; accomplishing work results; prioritizing; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results on end of shift production summaries
Manages hourly employee’s timecards and vacation requests, ensuring accurate pay
Increases employee retention and maintains good working relationships with Production Supervision, USDA (meat), and all employees
Ensures food safety, human resources, and safety policies compliance by all production employees
Resolve problems and issues with products and employees as they arise
Communicate frequently with USDA inspectors regarding product, employees, safety, etc.
Ensure compliance to HACCP plan for all products
Establish and maintain shelf-life requirements, finished product specifications, leaker testing, formulation weights, temperatures, and other necessary standards
Direct, motivate, and monitor Q.A. employees. Conduct interviews and hire new employees; evaluate performance of current employees
Conduct sampling of finished product and raw materials for bacteria
Monitor and ensure proper procedures, safety, and cleanliness of production employees
Ensure completion of all QA duties
Test new equipment for quality aspects
Other assigned duties
Working Conditions:
Production setting
Exposure to various chemicals, machinery and knives
Slippery floors, extreme temperatures and loud noises
High level of interaction with other departments and employees
40+ hours per week, occasionally on weekends
Requirements:Education: Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred (Food Science, Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology Engineering, Food engineer, or related field)Experience: Extensive knowledge and technical skill in a variety of QA and production jobs, and in supervisory positions.Special Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully, both written and verbally
Bilingual skills preferred
Capable of independent decision making
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent conflict resolution skills
Demonstrates integrity and fairness
Able to quickly and effectively adapt to new and changing situations
Desire for continuous improvement
Shows compassion towards and has an interest in others
Basic computer knowledge required
Good organizational skills
Able to work assigned hours/days, including occasional weekends as required
Good attendance and safety records
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
Paid Time off: sick leave, vacation and 6 company observed holidays;
401(k): eligible after the 1st day of employment including company match which begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
Base salary range of $58,800- $68,000
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
The company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control ACT requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.EOE/VET/Disabled
