DeKalb, IL

Job Location: DeKalb

Want to make an impact?

Supervise, direct, evaluate, and assist subordinates in their daily performance by setting goals and objectives. Provide ongoing feedback and support for a group of technicians and leads covering our operation. Adhere and aid in the development and maintenance of the Good Manufacturing Practices by the assisting the departmental supervisors. Work closely with cross-functional departments to ensure compliance to regulatory, customer, third-party and Ferrara's food safety and quality requirements

Ways you will make a difference

• Commands and enforces 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.
• Manages quality assurance team by scheduling/approving timecards in kronos, assigning tasks and providing ongoing training/mentoring.
• Facilitates with production the monitoring of processes and procedures to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Initiates, track and trend NCRs/CAPAs in the pilgrim smart solve software for all deviations.
• Be a part of the internal audit team and participates actively in the scheduled food safety and facility GMP audits.
• 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 FCC 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

• B.S. Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or other related field preferred
• Demonstrated Leadership experience
• HACCP certification and GFSI audits experience such as BRC or SQF a plus
• Great communication and interpersonal skills.