What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Specialist position at Holmen Cheese LLC?
Holmen Cheese has an exceptional opportunity to join our team as a Quality Specialist. Under the direction of the Lab Manager, the Quality Specialist will coordinate and execute day-to-day QA/QC tasks, working closely with all levels of production staff. Assists with 3rd party audits and regulatory inspections. Supports the production lines as needed; may assist with R&D projects and other special projects. Proactively and continuously works to expand knowledge specific to the process and products made in the facility.
Requirements:What you will do:
- Perform preventative control and critical control point checks or verifications as determined by the food safety program
- Perform sanitation verification, petrifilm plating, pathogen swabbing and allergen testing on equipment and other areas required.
- Record and file of all relevant record logs and documentation
- Monitor implementation of Food Safety and Quality Programs by performing in-process checks, and finished product inspection
- Assist quality management with root cause investigations, CAPA, and internal audits
- Collect and evaluate product samples for Research and Development and organize and maintain lab retains.
- Work directly with production staff on testing protocols and requirements to meet and exceed quality and safety requirements. Ensures production management is aware of deviations from requirements
- May assist in pre-operational inspection on all operating equipment along with production
- Assist with trouble-shooting processing lines and provide solutions to operations that target manufacturing and food safety requirements
- Evaluate incoming and staged raw material, on hold product, and informs appropriate management personnel as required
- Identify potential hazards and investigate solutions and bring them to management’s attention for additional action
What we need from you:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Microbiology preferred. Relevant experience can be substituted for education requirement
- Three years of experience in a food/dairy manufacturing environment preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, and ERP software, required
What is in it for you:
- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career
- Competitive compensation package
- Paid vacation
- Health insurance
- Dental/Vision insurance
- 401k Plan with a $1 for $1 match to 4%
Holmen Cheese LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status
