Quality Control Lead

Overview:

The position will be responsible for quality testing of all formulas and raw materials, and for analytical and technical support to Operations, R&D, suppliers and customers. QC Technologist will be a Team Lead and responsible for managing a QC Technologist and QC Technician.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Follow basic GLP, GMP, and Safety standards.

· Perform QC equipment checks and calibrations.

· Maintain QC laboratory, stocking/purchasing supplies and raw materials.

· Maintain proper storage and organization of QC product retains.

· Conduct all standard QC testing procedures. Make confident decisions and dispositions for all physical and sensory tests.

· Initiate and inform pertinent parties of all material rejections and deviations. Provide accurate and complete information and documentation to allow for proper root cause and corrective action follow-up.

· Create and maintain Finished Product and Raw Material Quality Specifications.

· Communicate all outstanding quality issues with the entire QC team.

· Maintain and update specific product testing procedures and individual lot data.

· Raw Material sampling for QC.

· Performs Production equipment checks and swabbing

· Maintain and keep up to date, Operations/Lab documents and check sheets

· Encourages trust between Operations and Quality

· Correct/fix product deviations and rejections.

· Complete or assist with Regulatory documentation.

· Introduce/initiate continuous improvement opportunities, departmental and companywide.

· Provide training and guidance to Technicians.

· Participate and represent the QC dept in company meetings.

· Confidently communicate with Suppliers and Customers.

· Support the investigation of customer/vendor non-conformances.

· Maintain/update QC SOP’s for accuracy.

· Assist with maintaining inventory accuracies by timely dispositions (approval, rework, rejections)

· Follow and report trending for rejections and deviations.

· Initiate rejection and deviation reports for non-conforming products

· Perform other activities as instructed.

Education and/or Work Experience and Other Requirements:

· B.S. in Food Science, Chemistry or related Science field with some laboratory experience, or 5 years prior Quality Control experience.

· Clear understanding of laboratory equipment.

· Strong leadership skills/ managerial skills

· Knowledge of laboratory procedures.

· Good problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills.

· Computer skills; Word, Excel, Outlook.

Physical Requirements:

· Standing for extended periods of time, able to lift up to 50 lbs.