Quality Assurance Lead

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$21.00/hr - $25.00/hr

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Must have Skill Set:
Prior experience working in a meat manufacturing environment

The Quality Control Lead supports food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance activities within a food manufacturing environment. This role works closely with the Quality Control Supervisor to ensure adherence to food safety programs, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards.

• Support daily food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance activities
• Assist with corrective and preventive actions related to quality or food safety deviations
• Ensure proper execution of sanitation, GMP, and SSOP programs
• Complete and verify daily, weekly, and monthly quality monitoring records
• Support microbiological testing and foreign material control programs
• Conduct facility audits and inspections
• Assist with verification and validation activities aligned with recognized food safety standards
• Ensure product specifications and quality programs are followed
• Support food safety and quality training initiatives
• Assist with product complaint investigations
• Provide guidance and training support to quality team members
• Serve as backup to the Quality Control Supervisor as needed

• Relevant experience in a regulated food manufacturing environment; meat or protein processing experience preferred
• Working knowledge of food safety and quality systems, including HACCP, SQF, GMP, SSOP, and food microbiology
• HACCP certification preferred but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Associate

Full-time

Manufacturing and Quality Assurance

Industries:
Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)