Area Leader Quality- 2nd Shift

Area Leader Quality - 2nd Shift at Maker's Pride

This position is open to experienced QA professionals who can serve as a point of contact for QA Technicians on the shift and manage assigned FSQA programs.

We offer a competitive wage and a wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance
• flex spending accounts
• short & long‑term disability
• paid holidays and vacation
• bonuses opportunities (referral, production, etc.)

The Quality Lead is responsible for serving as a point of contact for QA Technicians on the shift when other supervision is not available, managing assigned FSQA programs, serving as backup for document specialist reviewer tasks, maintaining data entry into associated computer systems, and working with the QA team and other department personnel to meet requirements, assignments, trials, and responsibilities.

• Monitor and assist QA Technicians performing in‑process QA checks
• Participate in the Internal Audit program
• Perform GMP Audits
• Oversee Incident Report generation and communication
• Lead and assist in managing RCA‑CAPAs
• Participate in Mock Traces / Recalls as necessary
• Perform and/or oversee the PEM and Non‑PEM swabbing programs
• Assist in consumer/customer complaint investigations
• Serve as main QA contact for trials or new product qualification activities as assigned
• Track and order lab supplies
• Monitor rework processes when conducted for compliance to standards
• File paperwork related to the GFSI system
• Maintain hold inventory records
• Participate in sensory and other product reviews as required
• Provide necessary data for KPIs
• Perform QA Technician duties when required as back up
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times
• Comply with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law
• Comply with all Company rules, regulations and policies
• May be required to work weekends from time to time
• Perform other duties as assigned by QA leadership

• Knowledge of GFSI and FSMA requirements
• Knowledge of Environmental Monitoring Programs
• Knowledge of QA Technician role and responsibilities
• Knowledge of Customer specs and expectations
• Proficient with SAP transactions

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong self‑confidence
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work autonomously
• Accurate, detail‑oriented and maintaining confidentiality

• Communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions/problems
• Work >40 hours per week in physical and mental endurance
• Manipulate measurements in various units using whole numbers, fractions and decimals
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Write routine reports and correspondence
• Interpret written, oral, diagram or schedule instructions
• Work well with others under stressful situations and meet deadlines
• Handle multiple priorities and tasks
• Excellent keyboarding, record keeping and follow‑up skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and SAP

• Maintain harmonious working relations with employees from all departments
• Maintain harmonious working relations with management at all levels
• Effective communication with all employees and management

• Reaching with hands/arms throughout the day
• Use of hands and fingers
• Ability to see, hear and talk
• Operate in light to moderate noise levels
• Walk up to 400 yards to work and break areas
• Climb steps to and from work and break areas
• Work in hot or cold conditions depending on the type of production operation

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (QAD approval otherwise)
• Associate’s degree in science preferred but not required
• 3–5 years of QA experience in FDA/USDA facilities
• Experience with GMPs, HACCP, FSMA (PCQI) and SQF

Starting Pay:
Area Leader Quality Technician $30.70/hr individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job‑related skills, and relevant education or training.

The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. A comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes health, dental, 401(k), and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.

Information is provided per relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location of this position.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

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