JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATIONP osition Title : Quality Assurance (QA) SupervisorType of Job Description : New Job DescriptionPosition Type : FulltimeJob Catalog Position Title : QA SupervisorFLSA Status : SalariedDepartment : FSQALocation : Columbia, MOBusiness Unit : Principe FoodsReports to : Quality Assurance (QA) ManagerYears of Experience : 3 years in USDA Facility & 2 years supervisor experience.Number of employees Supervised : 4JOB SUMMARYThe primary function of this position is to assist the QA Manager with ensuring the company has the highest product quality that is safe for human consumption.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssistant to and direct backup for QA ManagerDirectly supervises QA technicians and coordinates their activities with assistance from QA ManagerResponsible for ensuring implementation of SQF Program protocols and standards.Works with QA Manager to help maintain HACCP program and all records associated with it, including the monitoring of the CCPs.Ensures all records and proper documents for SQF, HACCP and all pre-requisite programs are properly organized and maintained.Collaborates with Lab Manager on scheduled testingFollows up on any maintenance requests that are generatedDocuments all sanitation requests that are needed.Interacts with USDA on any NRs and any other concerns of the inspectors.Responsible for Internal pest control program supplementing the outside pest control programCoordinates internal audits (GMP, glass and brittle plastic).Assists Lab manager on any samples that need to be taken for analysisThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESBachelor’s degree in a biological science with 3+ years’ experience in a USDA RTE facilityMinimum 2 years of supervisory experienceHACCP certifiedAbility to make decisions without guidanceAbility to multi-taskMust have excellent problem-solving abilitiesMust have excellent customer service skillsMust have excellent computer skillsMust have excellent communication skillsMust be able to read and comprehend regulations, correspondence, instructions, rules and regulations as well as fill out forms and write reportsDECISION – MAKING AUTHORIT YMust be able to make decisions related to area of responsibility without guidanceBUDGETARY OR PROPERTY RESPONSIBILITYNoneWORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSFrequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of timeMaintaining composure in dealing with authorities, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situationsMust undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testingSlippery floors, cold temperatures, and loud ambient noiseRequired ability to handle multiple tasks concurrentlyHandling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential informationResponding on an on-call basis to emergencies and incidents at all hours.May be exposed to stressful situationsMay be required to work additional hours/overtime without advance noticeSeeing, hearing and speaking clearly in order to communicate effectivelyOccasional lifting and/or moving up to fifty (50) pounds unassistedMore about us:Since 1945, Principe has combined its Italian heritage with true craftsmanship to deliver the best Italian meats and charcuterie in the world. To meet growing consumer demand for great-tasting, high-quality Italian meats and charcuterie, Principe Foods is opening a new facility, combining old world traditions with innovative recipes, and expanding the authentic artisan offerings of Principe in the United States.JBS Prepared Foods, a division of JBS USA, the leading global supplier of diversified, high-quality food products, acquired Principe Foods in February 2022.Now it is your turn to join a company with the mission to use these 100-plus years of knowledge to be the BEST in all we do; completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers; a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders. All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.Opportunity for career growth – we prefer to promote internal employees into management roles as they are ready for new responsibilitiesComprehensive benefits package for full time employees including Medical, 401(k) and free tuition to select schoolsCharitable involvement across Mid-West communities ( Hometown Strong )Company Culture ( Purpose & Culture )EOE/Vets/Disability
