Quality Assurance Leader: HACCP, Food Safety & Compliance

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

QUALITY ASSURANCE SUPERINTENDENT

JOB KEY:

EEO/AAP:

FLSA STATUS: SALARY

DEPARTMENT:

ADMINISTARTION

AREA OF USE:

WACO PREPARED FOODS FACILITY (Waco, Texas)

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for supervision of quality programs, including the planning and implementation of the quality management program. Also supervises product specification testing and other highly complex quality programs.

This position directs, administers, and works with all levels of plant personnel. Oversees and administers the functioning of the facility Quality Assurance programs and those individuals associated with the program. Must have initiative and follow through on a timely basis to make sure execution and documentation are carried out to meet the established guidelines of the program.

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned as production demands may require.

• Organizes and coordinates the activities of quality team around implementation of quality and food safety programs and standards.
• Recommends new quality policies and procedures as necessary to ensure high quality products, processes and services.
• Communicates programs and standards to quality team and other plant employees. Coordinates training.
• Conducts other tests, microbial testing and assigned projects.
• Maintains good communication and working relationship with the quality team and operations and USDA personnel.
• Ensures that all USDA regulations are followed and that Pilgrim's and customer quality programs meet or exceed customer requirements.
• Responsible for developing, maintaining and directing the work schedules of hourly employees.

• Make sure that all phases of the HACCP and SSOP programs are being carried out according to the written procedures and formats which have been established.
• Review HACCP and SSOP records for completeness and correctness.
• Coordinate answers for NRs with plant supervision and management.
• Do PSR’s every hour or as required.
• Make changes to the SSOP and HACCP plans when necessary.
• Ensure employees are abiding by the GMP rules.
• Weekly and monthly reports and graphs.
• Annual review of the HACCP and SSOP plans
• Do a monthly walk through of the plant and conduct a GMP audit.
• Assist in the administration of the Quality Assurance department, to include overseeing Quality Assurance Technicians and appropriate QA compliance, in conjunction with QA Manager.
• Any additional tasks assigned by QA and plant management on an as needed basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to physically 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.

EDUCATION AND/OR

EXPERIENCE:

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma/GED;
Associates Degree required. College degree in related field strongly preferred.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years DIRECTLY RELATED work experience.
• Previous Supervisory experience required; in a poultry/food environment a plus.
• Must have an understanding of USDA and OSHA regulations.
• Working knowledge of HACCP and SSOP plans
• Knowledge of GMP requirements
• Must have proficient computer skills. SAP experience a plus.
• Must have good leadership skills.
• Self motivated and able to work well with others
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work varying days (including occasional weekends) shifts in order to meet deadlines overtime as needed

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION

REQUIRED:

None

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS/METHODS:

All employees are required to attend employee and safety orientation prior to performing the above duties. Once the employee completes this training they will be assigned to a Supervisor who will further orient the employee to the workplace, introduce him/her to employees and other supervision, demonstrate work assignment and explain ingress and egress procedures to and from…