In 1985, Koch Foods started as a one-room chicken de-boning and cutting operation with 13 employees. We’ve grown to be one of the top poultry processors in the U.S., but the core of who we are remains unchanged: a team that is adept, reliable and service oriented.
QA Supervisor Job Summary:
A Quality Assurance Supervisor within a poultry facility is primarily responsible for providing leadership and direction to department technicians, and managing daily operations while ensuring adherence to USDA and company quality and safety standards, in addition to meeting departmental goals and objectives.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Supervise, and direct department employees (QA Lead and Technicians) ensuring safe food handling practices and regulatory compliance, while producing quality product
Responsible for staffing, and continuous improvement of department
Manage, train, coach, lead, and supervise all department staff
Assist in preparation and execution of customer, corporate, and third party audits
Control cost and manage resources within established goals
Confer with other supervisors and shift leaders to coordinate operations and activities within and between departments, solving for quality issues
Ensure compliance with regulatory programs
Perform regulatory document reviews ensuring completion and accuracy
Daily review of QA records ensuring QA programs are executed as written
All other relevant duties as required
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required, with Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Poultry Science or related field preferred
1 - 3 years’ supervisory experience in manufacturing environment, preferably in poultry or meat processing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with English language skills (reading and writing) required
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills helpful but not required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient computer and analytical skills
Detail oriented
Physical/Environmental Factors:
Cold, damp, wet environment with temperatures ranging from 40 to 90 degrees
Exposure to noise levels greater than 85 decibels
Climb stairs, frequently stoop, kneel, crawl, bend and lift various weights as needed
Exposure to strong, raw and foul odors
Benefits available after approximately 30 days of employment:
Cobra Insurance Cost Reimbursement
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Purchase Program
Bonus Eligibility
401k Savings Plan available after 1 year of employment
Other:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned, to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
Koch Foods participates in the E-Verify system and uses all tools made available by the federal government to confirm the employment eligibility of all employees. All applicants are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process. U.S. law requires companies to employ only individuals who may legally work in the United States – either U.S. citizens, or foreign citizens who have the necessary authorization.
Koch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
High School Diploma or GED required, with Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Poultry Science or related field preferred
1 - 3 years’ supervisory experience in manufacturing environment, preferably in poultry or meat processing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with English language skills (reading and writing) required
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills helpful but not required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient computer and analytical skills
Detail oriented
Cobra Insurance Cost Reimbursement
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Purchase Program
Bonus Eligibility
401k Savings Plan available after 1 year of employment