QA Supervisor

QA Supervisor

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world.

Situated in Stanislaus County, our Turlock South manufacturing plant specializes in the production of butter and milk powder.

We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!

We offer a generous total rewards package that includes:

• Salary Range $67,848 - $100,855
• Family medical/dental/vision
• Generous company contributions to 401k
• Relocation Assistance
• 11 Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Tuition reimbursement

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 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has employee supervisory responsibilities for the QA Technicians in the area of discipline.

• Responsible for overall job training and development of all technicians that directly report to QA Supervisor.
• Generate Lab Technician's schedule.
• Oversee overall performance of all Technicians, including performance reviews.
• If there are employee problems, you are to report them to your HR manager and QA Manager.
• Have the responsibility of calling in employees if needed to cover a shift.

Qualifications

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 Microsoft Outlook, Publisher, Word, Excel, and Power Point programs. Microsoft Visio is a plus.

Education and/or Experience

A BS degree in Dairy or Food Science or other related field and four years of experience in a leadership role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required in five (5) out of the last ten (10) years.

• College level verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced computational skills required.
• Good math reasoning required.
• Excellent organizational and follow through skills.
• Ability to self-direct work to a timely completion.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Language Skills

English is required as the spoken language. Other languages are a definite asset. A well-modulated tonal volume is required with excellent diction skills needed.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions given in written, oral, or diagram form. Must have the ability to discern when issues may require input from levels or authority within the corporation. Must have ability to read, interpret, and convey applicable regulatory requirements and regulations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must possess or be able to obtain California State Pasteurizers License and California State Sampler's and Weigher's License.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause undue hardship if such an accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Sitting/Standing/Walking: The supervisor spends about 75% of the workday standing or walking. They sit while entering data or using the computer. The supervisor walks on uneven gravel, dirt, concrete, and tile surfaces.

Lifting/Carrying: Occasional lifting requirements as job demands. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Pushing/Pulling: Occasional pushing or pulling requirements.

Bending/Stooping: Occasional bending and stooping requirements.

Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: Occasional kneeling or crawling requirements.

Twisting/Turning: Ongoing twisting or turning requirements.

Climbing/Balancing: Climbing and balancing is required during plant inspections, and other related job requirements.

Reaching: Ongoing reaching requirements associated with job requirements.

Grasping/Manipulating: Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required. The ability to use a keyboard