What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Control Supervisor position at Kerry?
About Kerry: Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
Position Summary: As a Quality Control Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of our lab operations within a 24/7 food production facility. Your leadership will span various critical areas, including supervision, compliance, product release management, process improvement, and collaboration.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and supervise QC technicians across multiple shifts in a 24/7 food production facility.
- Serve as the central point of contact for all QC laboratory-related matters, facilitating smooth communication and collaboration.
- Develop and mentor laboratory staff, conducting performance evaluations and offering constructive feedback to foster growth and advancement.
- Champion a culture of compliance awareness and responsibility across the laboratory, instilling a commitment to following established protocols and procedures.
- Review daily manufacturing and QC records for quality and food safety compliance before product release.
- Manage material release within defined timelines, ensuring on-time and complete delivery to customers.
- Implement effective lab workflows for timely material release.
- Investigate out-of-specification or out-of-trend results for timely product disposition and CAPA implementation.
- Manage the isolation, labelling, and inspection of non-conforming materials.
Qualifications and Preferred Skillset:
- B.S. in Chemistry, Food Science, or Microbiology; Master’s degree preferred.
- 3-5 years of Quality Control experience in food manufacturing or pharmaceutical industries.
- Familiarity with cGMP, FSMA, and ISO standards.
- Certified as a PCQI, demonstrating adherence to industry standards.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective collaboration in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
- Approachability and teamwork in building relationships.
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
- Flexibility for extended hours and weekends as required.
What we offer:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Competitive Pay
Pay Transparency
The typical hiring range for this role is $64,000 to $105,000 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
Salary : $64,000 - $105,000
