• Quality Assurance Supervisor - Product & Systems…

    Simplot (Moses Lake, WA)


    Quality Assurance Supervisor - Product & Systems - Moses Lake, WA (Columbia Basin Facility)

    Location:

    Moses Lake, WA, US, 98837-9119

     

    The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

    Summary

    This role directs and coordinates all functions within the Plant Quality Assurance Department and oversees the auditing of QA programs at the plant level. Facilitates and or participates in developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance related programs such as HACCP, SSOP’s, and GMP’s. Assure USDA/FDA directives are followed. It supervises the functions of product audits and cuttings, the development and maintenance of division procedures and specifications. This role uses skills and knowledge to oversee the development of new equipment strategies as well as the development of extensions to existing line products. Statistical and processing knowledge are used to support all departments in the continued building of quality and production strategies.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Ensure that the interface with other support groups is conducted in a manner that is conducive with operational goals.

    + Ensure compliance to state, federal, and local regulations.

    + Dotted line responsibility for approximately 20 employees (QA technicians, Micro Technicians) in the monitoring and testing of a wide variety of ingredients and finished product.

    + Execute programs, communicate effectively, anticipate and react to problems so as to minimize product loss or deviations from established standards.

    + Supervise the maintenance of records and distribution of analysis information.

    + Conduct oneself in a professional manner and ensures personal appearance meets the standards necessary to perform the job function while representing the Company.

    + Ensure that additional accountabilities, as may be required by management, are handled in a manner necessary to meet operational and Division standards.

    + Supervise microbiology laboratory and interpret results. Responsible for lab safety.

    + Coordinate plant and laboratory equipment calibration and certification programs.

    + Maintain systems for checking and verifying process compliance, including, but not limited to: SPC, HACCP, Quality Systems, Formula Control, etc.

    Typical Education

    Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university

    Relevant Experience

    3+ years related experience and/or training

     

    Other Information

     

    Thorough knowledge of HACCP program and USDA SSOPs. Knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations. Also have basic knowledge of the budget process. Degree in food science (or related discipline), chemistry, biology, or microbiology preferred.

     

    Job Requisition ID: 23592

     

    Travel Required: Less than 10%

     

    Location(s): GF Plant - Moses Lake

     

    Country: United States

     

    Wage range or rate of pay: $60,000 - $95,000 Plus annual incentive plan eligibility

     

    The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

    Attractive total rewards package that includes:

    + Medical, dental, vision coverage

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Paid Family Building Leave

    + Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1

    + 10 Paid Holidays

    + Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)

    + Education Assistance

     

    Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

     

    The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.