Quality Assurance Coordinator

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionQuality Assurance Coordinator – Food Manufacturing & Dairy QualityJob Title: Quality Assurance Coordinator Job ID: 14536 Company: Sigma, Inc. Location: Kiel, WI Duration: 3-Month Contract Pay Rate: $27 per hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (flexible based on business needs) Work Environment: Manufacturing / Food ProductionJob SummarySigma, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Coordinator for a 3-month contract opportunity with our client in Kiel, WI. This role supports quality assurance, food safety, sanitation documentation, and manufacturing operations by maintaining accurate records in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS).The Quality Assurance Coordinator will play a key role in managing Master Sanitation documentation, maintaining electronic quality records, identifying documentation gaps, supporting laboratory testing, and promoting continuous improvement across quality and sanitation processes.This position is ideal for candidates with a background in quality assurance, food science, dairy science, food manufacturing, or sanitation compliance who have strong documentation, auditing, and problem-solving skills.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Management System (QMS): Maintain accurate, complete, and organized quality records in accordance with established QMS requirements.Master Sanitation Documentation: Maintain and organize sanitation records, verify documentation accuracy and completeness, and ensure compliance with established sanitation requirements.Documentation Review: Identify missing records, inconsistencies, and documentation gaps; coordinate with relevant teams to support timely resolution.Quality Assurance Testing: Ensure required samples are collected and appropriate laboratory tests are conducted according to quality programs and standard operating procedures.Laboratory Support: Assist with analytical and bacteriological testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.GMP Compliance: Monitor manufacturing and plant activities to support compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and quality standards.Employee Training: Assist the QA Manager with QMS training, employee education, and new-hire orientation related to quality requirements.Internal Audits: Conduct internal manufacturing facility audits as required and support corrective and preventive action processes.Environmental Monitoring: Coordinate with the Sanitation department to support environmental monitoring activities and documentation.Electronic Record Management: Maintain accessible, accurate, and organized electronic quality assurance and sanitation records.Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve quality documentation, sanitation recordkeeping, process efficiency, and consistency.Required QualificationsAssociate degree or higher, preferably in Food Science, Dairy Science, or a related field.Strong background in quality assurance, dairy science, food manufacturing, or a related industry.Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and quality management systems.Understanding of auditing procedures and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.Ability to maintain, review, and organize Master Sanitation documentation with exceptional attention to detail.Experience managing electronic records, quality documentation, and data.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.Excellent organizational skills and the ability to identify documentation errors and inconsistencies.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to train, educate, and influence employees regarding quality standards and procedures.Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and exercise sound