Overview
Supv, Plant Quality II Jobs in Roxboro, NC at Louisiana-Pacific Corporation
The QC Specialist is pivotal in ensuring quality and food safety compliance while supporting R&D activities at our Chicago savory locations. This role involves close collaboration with Quality, R&D teams, Operations, and Engineering to ensure smooth and efficient production processes. This role emphasizes the integration of R&D and QA expertise to drive product innovation while maintaining high manufacturing standards. This role will require 10% of travel to different sites.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop SOPs and quality documents, support employee training, and assist with flavor training programs at the sites.
Lead plant trials and collaborate with R&D, QA, and Production to validate new formulations and ensure smooth transition to full-scale manufacturing.
Collaborate with R&D teams to develop and refine product formulations, ensuring they meet consumer expectations and manufacturing capabilities.
Identify and address production challenges, applying problem-solving techniques to optimize formulations and manufacturing processes.
Assist the Quality team in investigating customer/vendor complaints using root cause analysis, determining corrective actions and preventive measures, particularly regarding product quality and sensory.
Completes quality evaluation and release of support materials, products, equipment, and facilities as required.
Retrieve raw materials, intermediates, and finished product from production and conduct appropriate analyses.
Conducts laboratory experiments under the direction of flavor chemists and Savory flavorists.
Ensure proper care, handling, maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment and workspace.
Conduct on-site taste panels by preparing tasting solutions, managing sensory evaluations at both Chicago locations, participating as needed, and promptly evaluating and issuing results
Evaluate products to ensure they meet established specifications and customer requirements.
Follow company and government safety, quality, and GMP policies.
Ensure consistency in various prepared formulations and report any inconsistencies or formulation issues to the formulator.
Follow detailed instructions while monitoring operators using equipment, control temperatures and consistency of the mixes.
Conduct audits and inspections of the facility, production lines, and equipment to ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science in a field such as Food Science, Chemistry, or Engineering. Certifications in HACCP and PCQI required.
Minimum of three years of experience in quality assurance and product development within food manufacturing.
Strong understanding of plant operations and process optimization, including spray dry, pan dry, and dry blending.
Proficient in conducting plant trials, analyzing production data, and applying continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean Manufacturing).
Experienced with HACCP (USDA), FSMA (FDA), Organic, Kosher, Halal, and GFSI standards (e.g., SQF, BRC, AIB).
Skilled in sensory evaluation methods, R&D formulation language, and organoleptic assessments.
Proficient in using quality control instruments such as pH meters, refractometers, colorimeters, GCMS, and turbidimeters.
Knowledgeable in statistical analysis, sensory software tools, and foundational food chemistry (e.g., Maillard reactions, blending techniques, lab best practices).
Strong documentation and computer skills, including MS Excel, Word, and database tools.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Applies technical expertise with strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a solution-oriented approach to managing complex quality and production challenges.
Self-directed and adaptable; able to manage shifting priorities and multiple production runs in a fast-paced environment.
Builds cross-functional relationships; effective in training delivery, sensory coordination, and collaborative problem solving.
Leads with positivity, strong communication, and project management skills, engaging peers and driving improvements.
Brings an advanced sense of taste and smell, critical for sensory evaluation and product testing.
Able to lift 25–50 lbs as part of regular job duties.
Salary range: $61,765.95 – $92,648.92
The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.
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Title: Supv, Plant Quality II
Company: Louisiana-Pacific Corporation
Location: Roxboro, NC
