Requisition ID : 211179
Posting Locations : Indianapolis
Pay Range : $94,000.00 - $110,000 , depending on experience
Rate Frequency : Salaried
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- Paid Training
- Paid Time Off plus paid holidays
- 401(k) with Company matching on a dollar-for-dollar basis
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Group Health Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
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Job Overview
The Quality Assurance Manager upholds company quality standards and policies and provides plant leadership and departmental development to ensure that products are manufactured per company quality assurance standards and federal requirements. The Quality Assurance Manager also serves as the Preventative Control Practitioner, monitors and optimizes manufacturing processes, and implements and supports continuous improvement projects.
Duties & Responsibilities
Manages the processing of laboratory data, monitors the data for accuracy through exception reporting, analyzes the data and recognizes unfavorable trends, and ensures smooth and consistent processes through performance improvement opportunities to increase productivity and operating efficienciesManages and supports the Consolidated Management System (CMS) program that ensures company quality assurance specifications and regulatory requirements are metUnderstands and supports the documentation, training, and organizational requirements for maintaining a globally recognized quality and food safety certificationServes as the program owner and performs internal audits of the program elementsSupervises, leads, and motivates a team to deliver results by communicating company goals (including quality and customer satisfaction), safety practices, and deadlinesEngages and develops teammates through effective performance management, coaching, and training; implementing continuous improvement methods while maintaining customer focus; and embodying company purpose and values to inspire servant leadershipManages raw material and syrup yield performance and operational and payroll expenses per company budget and goalsSupports and assists in audits from internal and external regulatory, certification, customer, and or brand owner sourcesKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Manufacturing experience and Food Industry knowledge preferredFamiliarity with lab equipment and testing within a manufacturing environmentKnowledge of sanitation and beverage processesHazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Hazard Analysis Risk-Based Preventive Controls (HARPC) food safety systems, and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) knowledge preferredFamiliar with High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography (GC) Technology Microbial knowledge and aseptic techniquesProblem-solving and strong analytical abilityComputer skills including MS Office, statistical software, SAP, Kronos preferredAbility to lead, manage and develop a teamAbility to multitask, strong time management, and effective communication skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced Food Manufacturing environment with seasonal temperatures, flexible shifts, and weekend and holiday work based on business needsAbility to stand for extended periods, walking manufacturing floor, climbing stairs, and lift up to 25lbsMinimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree or up to 3 years of college or technical school (preferred area of study : Food Science, Biology, Chemistry)Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge acquired through 3 to up to 5 years of work experienceWork Environment
The work environment will vary, including but not limited to exposure to weather conditions, coolers, and customer storage areas which may be non-temperature controlled
As an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. .
Salary : $94,000 - $110,000
