Quality Assurance Manager
Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin
$80-110K
Our Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin food/beverage manufacturing client is looking to hire a Quality Assurance Manager. The Quality Assurance Manager has the responsibility for overall product safety, quality and regulatory compliance for the manufacturing plant. This includes the development and implementation of a preventative quality system, specification compliance, operator training and development, quality testing of ingredients and/or finished products, labeling, complaint handling, and communication with sales and plant personnel regarding quality program trends, issues and opportunities according to established policy and procedures.
EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED:
5 years previous manufacturing QA management experience
Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Life Science or related area
Strong knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and computer software applications
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Previous supervisory experience
Experience in a food grade manufacturing facility preferred
Dairy processing experience preferred
Job Qualifications:
Help drive culture change by leading as example with positive attitude and innovative thinking to contribute to the business strategy.
Implement and monitor the companys Quality Assurance Program at the facility according to established policies and procedures and assuring the accuracy of data.
Establish quality assurance specifications for finished products, in process testing and ingredients and ensure that these specifications are met and adhered to by production personnel.
Establish quality specifications for incoming raw materials with Purchasing, monitoring these raw materials to ensure that specifications are met.
Recruit, direct, coach, lead and supervise all QA personnel constantly raising the standard of performance. Establish education and development programs for employees including SOPs, quality specifications, safety and job expectations.
Prepare and manage laboratory budget. Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve margins.
Research and provide analytical results on customer complaints in a timely manner. Interact with customers as needed on complaint investigation and resolution. Professionally represent MSG on quality matters with vendors and customers.