Quality Control Supervisor

Job Title: Quality Control Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Job Duration: Full-time - Direct Hire

Job Location: Baltimore, MD 21215

Shift: 2nd shift hours (typically 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)

Benefits:

• Financial stability with weekly direct deposit payments
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Work-life balance supported by generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Exclusive employee discount program on premium products
• Complimentary daily lunch provided on-site
• Commuter benefits through the MTA discount program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Control and Compliance:
• Supervise and support QC Technicians during the 2nd shift
• Reports to QC Managers
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements (USDA, HACCP, GMPs, SQF)
• Monitor production processes, perform audits, and ensure proper documentation is maintained
• Investigate and respond to quality issues and non-conformances
• Conduct daily verification activities of critical control points and prerequisite programs
• Collaboration and Problem-Solving:
• Collaborate with operations, sanitation, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot and resolve quality-related problems
• Support production teams to maintain quality standards throughout the manufacturing process
• Communicate quality issues and escalate concerns to management when necessary
• Training and Development:
• Conduct training on quality procedures, food safety, and best practices
• Ensure all team members understand and follow quality protocols
• Stay current with food safety regulations and industry best practices
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation
• Prepare quality reports for management review
• Assist with internal audit preparations and corrective actions
• Ensure all quality-related documentation is complete and accurate for shift handover

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field (preferred)
• 2 years of quality assurance experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience is a plus
• Strong understanding of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety standards
• Ability to work independently and make quick decisions under pressure
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• SQF knowledge preferred
• Experience working with USDA inspectors a plus
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel)
• Experience in premium meat processing operations beneficial

Working Conditions/Physical Environment:

• Work is primarily performed in a food production environment
• Due to refrigeration requirements, the production areas are maintained at temperatures between 34-70F (candidates must be able to work in this environment for 8 hours per shift)
• Must be able to stand for extended periods
• 2nd shift hours (typically 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
• Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends as needed
• Must be able to work in a safety-sensitive position