Quality Assurance Supervisor

Job Summary
The Quality Assurance Supervisor will be responsible to support and maintain the company Quality Systems programs, support and enforce the SQF, QA, GMP, and Safety policies and procedures including production needs, support and assist in maintaining the HACCP program and its pre-requisite programs, support and maintain the Food Safety/Food Security/Biosecurity programs, and aid in customer complaint investigations and response.

Essential Functions

Oversee the butter (Tipton, Visalia, Fresno, Turlock South) and powder hold and release program.

Ensure that product releases are done in a timely manner.
Take over the hold and release of products in the absence of the Product Control Specialist.

Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with the following duties:

Aid in the review of microbiology test results daily and further investigate high counts. Physically inspect known or likely trouble points of potential contamination with production management.
Aid in the review of plant documents and inspections to ensure all procedures are being followed:

Aid in the inspection of dryers during down time, and ensure forms are properly filled out and all the critical parameters are addressed.
Aid in the pre-inspections leading towards audits to ensure no infractions are found during the walk through.
Aid in new pre-start up inspections for all major equipment.

Aid in the maintenance of all plant audit related forms and binders to ensure everything is properly filled out, such as:

Daily/Monthly glass, plastic brittle and ceramics inspections.
Daily/Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly pest control inspections.

Oversee daily equipment calibrations.
Understanding of SOPs
- Micro, chemical, and procedures.
Ensure technicians calibrate load out and receiving thermometers daily.
Ensure technicians calibrate all other thermometers weekly.
Ensure NIST certified thermometers are re-calibrated annually.
Aid in the master sanitation programs to ensure high compliance rate at the end of the month.
Oversee the review of CIP records daily - investigate and report any cleaning problems or deficiencies.
Generate a Preventative Measure if needed and consult with plant management for implementation approach.

Assist QA Manager with the Appendix N program administration.
Aid in the inspection of codes for both finish powder and butter (Tipton, Visalia, Fresno, Turlock South) daily.
Aid in the inspection finish package appearance daily for both butter (Tipton, Visalia, Fresno, Turlock South) and powder.
Will be responsible for all Quality Assurance Manager tasks during vacation or leave.
Excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives.
Follow all safety and working rules.
Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment.
Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with California Dairies Inc. best interests.
Assist in quality assurance and any other areas of the plant when necessary.

Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs. "Food Safety and Quality" are the responsibilities of this position.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Lead:

Clearly communicate the company's vision & goals and how the team's work contributes to them.
Set a positive example through their own work ethic, attitude, and commitment to quality.
Develop and empower team members by delegating tasks effectively and providing opportunities for growth and development.

Guide:

Provide clear instructions and expectations, along with the "why", for tasks and projects.
Offer regular feedback and coaching to help team members improve their skills and performance.
Foster a sense of teamwork and shared purpose, emphasizing that the team is stronger together.

Support:

Recognize and celebrate team accomplishments and individual contributions.
Advocate for the team's needs and concerns, up, down, and across the organization.
Encourage and support the team to challenge the status quo, to identify and suggest process improvements, and to embrace innovation.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must work in a safe manner and follow all safety procedures including use of safety equipment.
Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
Must have good organizational and communication skills.
Must be able to provide training to employees through Power Point presentations.
Must be able to work flexible hours and weekends.
Must be proficient with…