Quality Specialist

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

The QA Specialist is responsible for monitoring quality and production procedures throughout the facility to ensure quality, food safety, employee safety, and GMP standards are met.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Assists with implementing, monitoring, verification, and validation of production standard operating procedures & controlled documents.
• Interacts with personnel at all levels to communicate quality issues. Assists production personnel by providing instructions, direction and guidance as needed to ensure quality and food safety standards are met.
• Provides support and back up to QA Manager and Supervisor in audits including corporate, customer, GFSI, and State and Federal regulators during inspections, product sampling, etc.
• Assists with conducting new-hire Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training and other food safety and quality trainings as needed.
• Assists with maintaining the HOLD and positive release programs within all departments.
• Provides follow up on special projects related to quality.
• Assists with Quality Assurance documents and program review within the plant.
• Drive the facilities Environmental Monitoring Program with direction provided by QA Manager and Supervisor.
• Assists with monitoring and maintaining the FSMA, and HACCP programs.
• Interacts with and assists production personnel with quality issues. Provides instructions and guidance to production personnel as needed to ensure quality standards are met.
• Assists with data entry and performs monthly trending related to Plant QA daily, monthly and yearly KPI targets.
• Serve as initial point of contact for QA laboratory needs and direction.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Quality Assurance experience and/or 3-5 years of food manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge of computer programs (i.e., Excel, Word, SAP, etc.)
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and provide solutions.
• Ability to obtain HACCP certification.
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
• Physical lifting up to 40-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift.
• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment, and following approved chemical handling procedures

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, EAP, 401k, employee stock options, paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and plant engagement activities.
• Work on a smoke free campus that promotes a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (embedded in Workday ATS)

• Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC endeavors to make CareersUSA.Saputo.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.

Starting Wage $31.09 per hour

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Accessibility

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make Saputo.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

EEO

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.

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