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Quality Assurance Supervisor (1st Shift) Jobs in Owatonna, MN at Lakeside Foods
Our company is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of the very best beverage, yogurt and dessert solutions. Aseptic technology is at the heart of many products we create, allowing all of our products to ship and store without refrigeration for up to 12 months, but it’s our state-of-the-art beverage manufacturing capabilities and exceptional customer service that really set us apart from competitors.
Coffee beverages, creamers, yogurt, frozen desserts, and specialty beverages – no matter what kind of product you’re looking for, we can deliver. Our aseptic processing and packaging makes our solutions more convenient, efficient and environmentally friendly.
We are seeking an energetic, skilled​ Quality Assurance Manager for an opening in our facility in Arkansas City, Kansas.
JOB SUMMARY: The Quality Assurance Manager drives improvement efforts focused on local manufacturing and laboratory practices. This person is responsible for developing the existing food safety program and providing guidance on equipment selection, procedures, and validation activities in the laboratory. This person works closely with customer relations and compliance auditors, demonstrating exemplary leadership behaviors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Quality Management –
Coordinates actions to ensure company and customer satisfaction objectives are met
Contributes to division goals and objectives for growth
Manages local food safety plan and related pre-requisites programs
Selects laboratory equipment, develops methods, and oversees the validation and calibration programs
Ensure regulatory and audit readiness
Designs reports and metrics to drive continuous improvement
Has a key role within the Food Safety Team
Ensures timely release of finished products
Directs investigation of consumer complaints
Meets with customers and team members at all levels of the organization to coordinate activities related to trials, new productions, new equipment, or significant changes
Participates in and leads audits and root cause analysis activities
Provides coverage for other positions in the quality department as needed
Technical Support –
Shares knowledge of statistical process controls to improve processing methods
Working knowledge of GLPs and can provide support in general food microbiology and chemistry applications
Serves as a resource in validating process equipment and sample testing methods
Offers guidance to the leadership team relating to FDA and PMO regulatory compliance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $84,680.00 – $97,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:
Food processing: 5 years (Required)
Leadership: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
HACCP Certification (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Title: Quality Assurance Supervisor (1st Shift)
Company: Lakeside Foods
Location: Owatonna, MN
