Quality Assurance Supervisor Midlothian, TX

Overview Quality Assurance Supervisor Midlothian, TX Note: If you post this job on a job board, please do not use company name or salary. Experience level: Mid-senior. Experience required: 5 Years. Education level: Bachelor’s degree. Job function: Manufacturing. Industry: Health, Wellness and Fitness. Compensation: View salary. Total position: 1. Relocation assistance: No. Visa sponsorship eligibility: No. Note: Please target candidates from food manufacturing industry. Summary Ensures products meet quality and food safety standards by implementing and maintaining food safety programs, conducting audits, performing documentation control and revision, identifying, investigating, and resolving quality issues, deviations, and customer complaints. Manages a team of QA personnel. Responsibilities Carries supervisory responsibilities. Supervise, train, and motivate QA personnel. Administers attendance and disciplinary measures when necessary. Reviews and audits production paperwork, batch records, QC inspections and sanitation reports for accuracy and completeness; calculates production yield and ensures compliance with established specification limits. Leads site investigations of OOSs, NCMRs, Deviations, Customer Complaints, CAPAs and regulatory bodies findings. Ensures regulatory compliance through implementation and enforcement of GMP, GDP, Food Safety, FDA regulations and company policies and procedures. Presides over MRB, Food Safety and Product Complaint discussions designed for solving production, quality and complaints problems. Coordinates Reworks and NCMRs with the inventory control and production departments. Maintains QA/QC documents, files, protocols, reports and policies at the “audit ready” level. Administers Change control and promotes Good Documentation Practice principles. Performs Monthly Internal GMP audits at all company departments, including production, R&D, maintenance, etc., and generates monthly GMP reports. Reviews, approves, and maintains Supplier qualification records. Coordinates employees' training programs and oversees the completeness of employees' training records. Monitors QMS implemented programs such as GMPs, Personal Hygiene Practices, HACCP, Allergen Control, Cleaning and Sanitation, Pest Control, Environmental control, Kosher, Halal, etc., and ensures compliance by all employees and other personnel in the manufacturing facility. Oversees the equipment and instruments calibration and preventive maintenance program. Assists in development and updates of the company's Food Safety and Food defense plans, HACCP, process control and monitoring procedures. Assists in preparation and participation in FDA, NSF, Kosher, Halal, Texas DSHS and other inspections and audits. Stays up to date with current CFR pertaining to food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and drugs. Shares knowledge, skills and information with production departments and team members. Other tasks and functions as assigned by the QC manager. Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises the Quality Assurance unit. Carries supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work. Assists the Quality Control Manager in interviewing, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining the QA Team. Qualifications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (chemistry, chemical engineering, biology, microbiology, food science, etc.) from a four-year college or university; and 3-4 years supervisory experience in a quality control role within food, nutraceutical, or pharmaceutical industry. Master’s degree in a scientific discipline and 2 years supervisory experience in quality control in food, nutraceutical or pharmaceutical industries, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working on the floor of a manufacturing facility. Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedures. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees. Mathematical Skills: Proficient in algebra and acquainted with statistics; able to apply mathematical operations to tasks such as frequency distribution, test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis. Computer Skills: Knowledge of database software; manufacturing software; spreadsheet software; and Word/Excel. Knowledge of Oracle is a plus. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and use of hands; occasional tasting and smelling; lifting up to 25 pounds. Visual requirements include various aspects of vision. Work Environment: May be exposed to wet/humid conditions, moving parts, fumes or airborne particles; typical noise level is moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Any of the following certifications are a plus: PCQI, HACCP, CAPA. #J-18808-Ljbffr ESR Healthcare