Quality Assurance Team Leader

Qualifications/Requirements 

• Able to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions with attention to detail. 

• Able to work both independently and on a team. 

• Organization and attention to detail are critical. 

• Self-starter, must be able to manage time. 

• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment. 

• Clear and concise communication skills. 

• Experience with Microsoft environment including Word, Excel, Power Point is necessary. 

• Willingness to give and receive feedback.  

• Ability to problem solve, handle stressful situations and operate with a sense of urgency. 

• Successful candidate required to have flexibility to work alternate shifts, holidays, and weekends which are required per the production schedule.  

• Must be able to comprehend and follow documents such as safety policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and general instructions.  

• Knowledge of GFSI, BRC and FSMA requirements is a plus. 

• Must be able to work all shifts, primarily 2nd and 3rd.

Responsibilities 

• Principle accountabilities include the auditing of in-process manufacturing controls ensuring that all products are produced in compliance with Federal, State, Local and JM Smucker requirements. 

• Inspection, testing and documentation of inbound raw material receipt. 

• Collaboration with cross functional teams in root cause analysis and problem solving. 

• Complete preventive controls inspections in accordance with sites Food Safety Plan and fully document root cause analysis and corrective actions for process deviations. 

• Support the Company and site safety policies. Acts as a role model for safe working practices. Leads observations to promote safe working conditions. 

• Execute/lead group trainings as required. 

• Ensures effective communication with their team during shift, between shifts, and with other department resources. 

• On the floor support for operators during production and sanitation. 

• Completing on shift and end of shift reports as needed. 

• Responsible for “audit ready” program management as assigned.​ 

• Working to further develop your own leadership and technical skills. 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 

• Ability to ascend and descend stairways 

• Constant walking (12,000+ steps per shift), bending, twisting, and carrying of product throughout the facility. 

• Ability to work on elevated surfaces, maneuver and climb ladders and rail cars. 

• Ability to be trained and qualified to use fall protection equipment while performing rail car sampling. 

Education 

• Associate’s Degree 

• 2 years manufacturing experience required; food manufacturing preferred.