Quality Assurance Lead

Quality Control ManagerAt Nature's Bakery, we're creating snacks that are both good and good for you. As part of the Mars family of companies, we combine the values of our brand with the strength and resources of a global leader. Join us and help shape the future of better-for-you snacking.Shift: 3rd shift 8:00pm-4:30am Monday-Friday, with OT when neededSummaryMaintains and improves our product quality standards. Oversees the quality control process, conducts inspections, performs tests, and ensures that our baked goods meet the highest levels of safety, taste, and consistency. Controls and investigates non-conforming products and product related incidents. In addition, collaborates with cross-functional teams, including production, research and development, and quality assurance, to implement quality improvement initiatives and resolve any quality-related issues that may arise.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead the quality control efforts for our bakery production line, ensuring that all products meet the established quality standards and comply with food safety regulations.Conduct routine inspections and tests on incoming raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods when needed to ensure team is supported in activities related to compliance with specifications and quality parameters.Monitor and enforce proper sanitation and hygiene practices within the production area to maintain a clean and safe work environment.Analyze and interpret quality data, identifying trends, patterns, and potential areas for improvement. Generate reports and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.Collaborate with the production team to develop and implement quality control procedures and work instructions, ensuring they are followed consistently.Provide guidance and training to production line staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.Investigate customer complaints or internal quality incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions to address them effectively.Stay up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in quality control and food safety. Make recommendations for continuous improvement.Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to maintain and improve the effectiveness of the overall quality management system.Maintain accurate documentation of quality control activities, including inspection reports, test results, and non-conformities. Ensure compliance with record-keeping requirements.The Good Stuff – BenefitsOur team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That's why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees401(k) plan with a company match that vests on day 1 of eligibilityPaid vacationPaid time offHoliday pay (11 days)Paid short-term disabilityPaid life insuranceBanfield Pet Insurance DiscountsWellness Benefits and DiscountsEmployee Assistance Program