Quality Assurance Coordinator

Quality Assurance Coordinator Kelly Services Melrose, MN US.jobs August 22, 2026 The Land O'Lakes Supply Chain & Operations division is a strategic leader across business units, driving operational excellence, quality, and innovation. Our team partners with Finance, Marketing, and Human Resources to deliver value for business units, members, and customers. Key Responsibilities Establish, supervise, and monitor quality assurance programs (HACCP, GMPs, BRC, EQMS standards, regulatory requirements) Provide quality and food safety support for both quality and production departments Assist management in maintaining quality systems Track corrective actions and monitor Product Safety Quality Events Prep and document audit materials and programs Perform positive release and manage external warehouse inventory Complete HACCP record reviews and SharePoint updates Assist with lab calibrations and support quality trainings Act as backup to Quality Supervisor to support lab technicians Track non-conforming/downgrade cheese and manage specification deviations Provide input on whey powder specifications and manage cheese customer samples Document Control Program management Coordinate lot track & trace exercises Assist with Environmental Monitoring Program & manage GMP audit program Complete other duties as assigned Physical Demands & Work Environment Occasional walking, sitting, handling, reaching, and climbing stairs/ladders Ability to lift/move up to 15 lbs Visual requirements: Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, able to adjust focus Exposed to fluctuating temperatures and weather conditions Occasionally loud environments requiring ear plugs Personal protective equipment required in manufacturing areas Minimum Qualifications Associates degree or higher required (Preferably in Food Science, Dairy Science, or related field) Strong quality assurance and/or dairy science background Auditing skills and understanding of corrective/preventive actions Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices Effective written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and prioritization abilities Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or comparable field Effective teaching, influencing, and troubleshooting skills Positive attitude, strong work ethic, decisiveness, and high initiative Experience with document control program management Benefits Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice ( Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi­rmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. #J-18808-Ljbffr Greater St. Cloud