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RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
Manages the systems that drive quality in the processing plant; Champions the quality effort among employees in all departments
Establishes and integrates product standards including visuals for the production floor
Ensures that food products meet standards set by the company, regulatory authorities, and customers
Develops and reviews food quality and safety policies
Creates and structures testing and verification procedures, including frequency and documentation
Manages Quality data collection, process measurements, process analysis, and reporting; Tracks key performance indicators (KPIs); Facilitates accurate data collection; Makes improvements as necessary
Identifies areas of opportunity to reduce waste and improve efficiency
Comprehends GMPs, sanitation processes, product recall procedures, and HACCP; Develops, implements, and manages related policy
Ensures that all quality checks are completed; Documents and communicates findings and recommends corrective action for non-compliance
Manages audits by third-party inspectors
Integrates quality and efficiency; Prevents unacceptable product from leaving the plant
Develops and provides training for quality assurance and line employees
Monitors production processes
Inspects the facility for compliance with standards, determining methods to resolve any problems
Ensures that records and documentation of monitoring procedures and test results are maintained
Reviews customer feedback; Researches problem areas; Introduces solutions; Responds to complaints
Employs a mindset of best practices and continuous improvement; Applies that to processes/policies/systems
Stays abreast of knowledge in the Quality field and regulations, including USDA; Attends trainings in order to remain current; Shares knowledge gained through professional improvement activities with team
Maintains effective working relationships and communication with USDA staff
Communicates effectively with management staff in regard to all issues pertaining to food safety, compliance, process, and quality control programs
Manage material resources in a cost efficient manner to include their proper utilization and maintenance
Ensures appropriate staffing levels and excellent leadership of Quality department
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be 18 years old.
Must be fluent in written/spoken English.
Bachelor's degree or higher in related field
5-7 years of experience in QA management in a food-manufacturing environment preferred
HACCP certified preferred
Ability to test products using applicable equipment and tools
Comprehensive knowledge of food safety and food defense standards
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with computer use and systems
Well-developed communication skills, both oral and written; Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization
Self-motivation
High energy level
Capability to make sound judgments/good decisions
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if applicable.
May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
May be exposed to noise up to 110 db.
May be exposed to chemicals used in the processing facility.
Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the position as directed by Case Farms.
Able to stand or freely move for the duration of shift.
When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures below 28 degrees and up to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
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