QA Group Leader

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Notify Quality Assurance Manager and place on hold any finished products that are outside required parameters
• Make accurate measurements of customer product
• Work together with Line Supervisors
• Visually approve customer product
• Pull samples as directed by customer specifications
• Prepare samples and forms for submission to outside lab for testing
• Report any equipment that is not working properly
• Maintain quality and GMPs on the floor
• Monitor Metal Detectors
• Perform and interpret Petri film testing for various nonpathogenic microorganisms (SPC, Coliforms, yeast and mold)
• Notification required for out of parameter products to Lab Supervisor and/or QA Manager
• Review Certificate of Analysis submitted by Vendors for verification of conformance to specifications and resolution or corrective action for out of specification submissions
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality. Follow established work schedule
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude; cooperate with co-workers, management, internal and external customers, as applicable. Report any incidents of harassment to your Supervisor, Manager or Human Resources Manager
• Must be able to take direction and follow instructions
• Work safely at all times and report any unsafe conditions or injuries to your Supervisor or Manager immediately
• Other duties, as assigned by management

Food Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all GMP’s, food safety, and quality policies
• Support all facility departments and staff in making decisions regarding food safety, quality, and integrity of the BRC System
• Perform duties as assigned in the absence of Plant Manager and Operations Manager
• Encourage continuous improvement in areas of quality, food safety, and BRC elements. Perform annual verification / validation of BRC system
• Communicate quality and food safety industry, legislative, and scientific updates to plant staff

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum Required Qualifications, Education and Experience:
• High School graduate or equivalent (GED) or 4-6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Speak, read, write English (Spanish a Plus)
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, rations and proportions to practical situations
• Basic Computer Skills
• Effective Communications skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Understanding of basic microbiology
• Ability to document and measure results

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Dusty environment, (flour dust)
• Hot temperatures
• Lifting pushing/pulling moderately light items
• Extended periods of sitting, walking and standing

Compensation

• Annual Range/Hourly Rate: $25.00 - $27.00