Overview
QA Tech Jobs in Abilene, KS at Russell Stover Chocolates LLC
Job Description:
We are looking for a highly talented Quality Assurance Supervisor to join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring that all processes at the facility meet the ISO 9001:2015 requirements, and for supporting and overseeing production and manufacturing quality. Additionally, this role has the authority to stop production if, and when product is out of specification, and to report any, and all product quality issues.
This position may require some travel to Pomona.
Duties / Responsibilities:
Ensure incoming materials, in process and all finished products meet specified requirements.
Must be able to work in coordination with production line workers.
Ensure that customer complaints are investigated and resolved with the necessary corrective and preventive actions.
Develop and validate methods for analyzing and products to ensure they meet specifications.
Develop quality metrics and assess trends for product or process implications.
Investigate product, and process deviations, identify root cause, and develop corrective and preventative actions.
Ensure quality in the initial start-up of new or modified production process.
Work in collaboration with the Production Manager and Supervisor to ensure that procedures are followed at bottling lines.
Serve as Quality Management Representative for the company with respect to government agencies for compliance and regulations.
Monitor and review quality performance against company’s set objectives and take necessary action to advise process owners to strive for improvements.
Promote quality awareness and performance improvement throughout the facility.
Ensure that established quality standards and methods are followed.
Conduct various analytical testing of in-process materials, raw materials, to ensure quality control of products at the point of production, shipping, and arrival upon the job site, as per manufacturing quality control procedures.
Analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of development process under stringent quality and time requirements.
Involve in procedure review and propose modifications and updates.
Recommend additional resources, consumables, and equipment requirements as needed to ensure that work can be completed within the budgeted time.
Maintain a safe and orderly laboratory and ensure it’s in compliance with all safety policies and practices.
Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained in and around the lab. Troubleshoot problems and review basic product specifications. Inspect, calibrate, and maintain testing equipment periodically.
Other duties and job responsibilities as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This role supervises the Quality Assurance Inspectors and Lab Technicians.
Requirements:
BS or BA, degree in Chemistry, Math, Engineering, Biology, or related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing and quality assurance in an ISO 9001:2015 and/or AS9100 environment.
Experience supervising Quality personnel.
Knowledge and experience of statistical processes related to manufacturing.
Proficient in Adobe Pro, Microsoft office (excel, word, PowerPoint).
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, attention to details, organizational skills, analytical skills, and investigative abilities to oversee and lead the quality control processes and procedures.
Ability to lift 10-25 lb. objects.
Current driver’s license required.
Salary Based on Experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
Saugus, CA 91350 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Saugus, CA 91350: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Title: QA Tech
Company: Russell Stover Chocolates LLC
Location: Abilene, KS
