Quality Assurance Auditor - Dairy Farms

Location: Midwest Region Focus

Company Overview

Select Milk is one of the nation's largest and most progressive dairy cooperatives. Our member producers have earned a reputation for leadership in animal welfare, environmental stewardship, innovation, technology, and sustainable business practices. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Select Milk markets and processes milk from member dairies across the Southwest and Upper Midwest. Today, the organization represents more than 116 family‑owned dairies, 20 wholly owned subsidiaries, and 8 joint ventures with leading food and beverage manufacturers.

Position Summary

Select Milk Producers (SMP) is seeking a Quality Assurance Auditor to support our Midwest dairy region. This role works closely with the Production Practices team and dairy leadership to evaluate and monitor dairy operations related to animal care and welfare, animal safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability initiatives. The Quality Assurance Auditor will conduct audits, assess program effectiveness, identify opportunities for improvement, and collaborate with dairy personnel to ensure the integrity and long‑term success of Select Milk's quality assurance programs. The position advances animal welfare standards and supports continuous improvement across member dairies, offering a unique opportunity to work with some of the most progressive dairy producers in the United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Production Practices team to develop, implement, and support programs related to animal care and welfare, employee development, worker safety, environmental stewardship, sustainability, food safety, and antibiotic stewardship.
• Conduct audits at member dairies, evaluate animal welfare standards, and provide comprehensive reports detailing findings and recommendations.
• Utilize a consultative approach to identify opportunities for improvement and work with dairy leadership and employees to develop innovative, practical solutions.
• Partner with dairy owners, managers, and employees to develop corrective action plans and implement improvements.
• Deliver training and educational support to dairy personnel as needed.
• Communicate schedules and priorities, document site visits, maintain accurate records, and share audit findings as a highly collaborative team member.
• Monitor implementation of animal welfare standards, quality programs, and corrective action plans.
• Stay informed of industry research, emerging technologies, and best practices, and recommend updates to existing standards and programs.
• Lead by example in a fast‑paced, evolving environment while helping develop dairy leadership teams and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Essential Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Spanish language skills are highly valued and will enhance effectiveness when working with dairy personnel across diverse operations.
• Prior animal auditing experience and certifications are valued but not required.
• Passion for making a positive and lasting impact on the future of dairy farming.