Quality Assurance Manager

California Dairies, Inc. is the leading dairy processing cooperative in California. As a farmer-owned cooperative, we operate several processing facilities located throughout California. CDI employees are highly valued and are provided with competitive benefits packages and career growth plans.

We offer a generous total rewards package that includes the following:

• Salary Range - $91,863 - $134,732
• Family medical/dental/vision
• Generous company contributions to 401k
• Relocation Assistance
• 10 Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Tuition reimbursement

Summary

Oversee and maintain the company's Quality Systems programs in a manufacturing plant. Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs. “Food Safety and Quality” are the responsibilities of this position.

Essential Functions

• Review microbiology test results daily and further investigate high counts.
• Review load-out data and double-check that all loads are within specifications.
• Review list of any out-of-spec. Product and distribute to Plant Manager and Assistant Plant Manager.
• Review powder C of A's. Approve powder to be shipped, release powder on computer inventory, and re-class powder as necessary in the absence of the Hold and Release Quality Assurance Technician.
• Review butter C of A's. Follow-up with the butter department on all out-of-spec butter.
• Review daily HACCP sheets for compliance.
• Oversee GMP and HACCP pre-requisite programs for compliance.
• Responsible for training new hires on GMP, HACCP, BIO-SECURITY, and ALLERGEN programs.
• Responsible for the annual refresher training on GMP, HACCP, BIO-SECURITY, and ALLERGEN programs with all employees.
• Environmental-Oversee the Environmental Microbiological Monitoring program in accordance with Quality Manual 3.10.
• Check and monitor employee GMP's
• Work with USDA audits and other inspectors
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required by the permit.
• Ensure calibrations are completed on the scheduled frequency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has management and employee supervisory responsibilities in the area of hiring, firing, discipline, performance evaluations, On the Job Training Forms, Incident Reports, and any other documentation.
• Coordinate on-the-job training.
• Oversee adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Oversee scheduling of employees and temporary labor.
• Have the responsibility of reviewing time sheets and addressing overtime.

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 have the ability to troubleshoot problems and be persistent until a solution is found.
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
• Follow and enforce 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.
• Excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives.
• Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with California Dairies, Inc.'s best interests.

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.

• College-level verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate with upper management on a daily basis.
• Leadership, team development, coaching, and/or teaching experience.
• Good math and statistical skills.
• Excellent computer skills for data input, report writing, and program tracking.
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.

ADA/FEHA

The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act.

EEO

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.