Supervisor, Quality 2nd Shift (DeKalb, IL, US)

Work Location: DeKalb Due to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Schedules may vary and are subject to change. Core Hours: 3pm-12am Want to make an impact? The Supervisor, Quality, reporting to the Manager, Quality, is a hands‑on leader who keeps our products safe, our standards high, and our teams performing at their best. You’ll supervise and coach technicians and leads, drive daily performance, and partner across teams to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards. You’ll also help strengthen Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and champion a culture of continuous improvement. Ways you will make a difference Accountable for quality and food safety practices during operations Maintains holds and develops corrective actions (CAPA) by utilizing root cause analysis as necessary and monitors CAPA for effectiveness Scheduling/approving timecards in time and attendance system, assigning tasks and providing ongoing training/mentoring Monitors processes and procedures to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement Initiates and tracks trend NCRs/CAPAs for all deviations Be a part of the internal audit team and participates actively in the scheduled food safety and facility GMP audits Co‑ordinate the pre‑op, post‑op and glass/brittle plastic inspections Acts as a communication liaison between management and quality staff to support corporate and plant‑driven initiatives As part of the food safety team, maintains the food safety plan and updates SOPs as required Ensures training of associates at all levels on quality programs Interact with other supervisors/managers within Ferrara to share best practices Perform and maintain the environmental monitoring program and product testing program Trend the monthly KPI data for the Quality Manager and assist in preparing reports for senior leadership management Skills that will make you successful Demonstrated Leadership experience Great communication and interpersonal skills Experiences that will support your success B.S. Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or other related field preferred HACCP certification, PCQI certification and GFSI audits experience such as FSSC ISO 22000 or SQF a plus Minimum 2 years’ experience in a food manufacturing leadership role Previous sanitation experience strongly preferredSystem experience: SAP S4Hana (preferred), Red Zone, TraceGains, SharePoint, Microsoft Office products What We Offer At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at Compensation The salary range for this role is $81,225 to $113,715 annually. #J-18808-Ljbffr DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC)