Quality Assurance Coordinator

• Perform startup checks on production lines.
• Perform various testing including in-line and day-after flavor testing, in-line acidity testing, and in-line pH testing.
• Ensure GMP policy adhered to by all employees in production facility.
• Work closely with production employees to answer questions.
• Receive, sort, composite and prepare samples for laboratory testing.
• Perform various test procedures, which include analysis of components and physical properties of products, interpretation of test results, development of non-standard tests, preparation of test solutions, compounds and reagents for use in conducting tests.
• Calculate and review specifications on testing data; enter data into computer systems.
• Perform weekly environmental and equipment swabbing at various plant locations.
• Create and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and validate new procedures.
• Fill-in in all areas of laboratory as needed.
• Ensure laboratory area and equipment is clean and sanitized per standards.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on laboratory equipment and repair equipment as needed.
• Maintain and document monthly quality control checks.
• Review internal audits with Quality Manager/Supervisor.
• Follow-up on laboratory corrective actions and ensure corrective action has taken place.
• Prepare laboratory blind samples on a quarterly basis and process data and review results with Quality Manager/Supervisor.
• Follow-up on sample breakdowns and report results to Quality Manager/Supervisor.
• Train new Quality Technicians as needed and update training documents.
• Responsible for food safety and quality.
• Evaluate blend sheets to ensure proper amounts used for production lines and verify any changes made to paperwork.
• Verify correct components and documentation used for production lines.
• Check finished batches to ensure blends are appropriate.
• Inspect orders prior to shipment.
• Act as back-up for the Quality Manager related to food safety and quality as needed.
• Perform chemical concentration checks.
• Maintain Certified Industry Supervisor status and perform calibration checks on intake thermometers, heat blocks and pipettors per schedule.
• Calibrate plant thermometers per schedule.

• Contact with all employees in Quality and Technical Services and production employees to obtain and provide information.
• Works closely with Plant Manager, Shift Supervisors and Line Leads from the Plant as well as Research & Development.
• Conduct special testing as requested.
• Work safely with chemical and microbiological hazards and antibiotics.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Safety Protocol
  • Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
  • Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
  • Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Experience Required:

• Minimum two (2) years of laboratory experience required.

Certification/Licensure Required:

• None

Skills Required:

• Ability to read, understand, and follow documents and procedures. (GLP, SOP, MSDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Demonstrate leadership as part of a cross-functional plant management team.
• Ability to positively influence other team members.
• Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.); interview to gather information; advise others on alternatives/options; coach and counsel others; read, understand and explain technical data.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Results driven, bottom-line oriented, strive to exceed goals, and motivate self and others to achieve positive outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with supervisors/managers, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) plus knowledge of metric and standard systems of measurement)
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to extract, analyze, and act on information with limited supervisory input.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

AA/EEO - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Where you'll be working:

• Our Little Chute, WI, plant is home to about 95 employees. This facility is a top manufacturer of IQF sticks that are supplied to the appetizer industry. Next to the plant is our well-known Simon's Specialty Cheese store, which has about 20 employees. Simon's is a Wisconsin-themed store, with everything from meats and cheese to clothing and craft spirits.

• Agropur's US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world's largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage, and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.