Supervisor, Quality at SDF Saputo Dairy Foods USA in Newington, Connecticut

Job Description:

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence.Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.



Job Summary:



The Quality Assurance Supervisor directly supervises lab employees to maximize productivity of assigned shifts and areas at the highest quality and food safety standards. This includes training employees, planning, assigning and directing work, addressing product and employee complaints, and resolving problems. This person carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies, OSHA regulations and applicable laws.

• Works with plant management and other supervisory staff to maximize product quality and productivity.


• Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for product quality, employee safety, and state and federal guidelines.


• Support Quality Assurance systems in order to satisfy internal and customer requirements to include process evaluation and product protection programs; process specifications and standards; sanitation programs, HACCP and GMP programs; production labeling; and product storage and distribution.


• Coordinates schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignments.


• Recommends improvements to production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.


• Analyzes and resolves work, quality and food safety problems, or assists workers in solving problems.

• Maintains quality and food safety records.


• Collaborates with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.


• Provides supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities, ensuring effective selection, retention, feedback, disciplinary action and performance management. If a collective bargaining agreement exists, may participate grievances or other contract related activities and discussions.

• Trains and instructs employees regarding quality and food safety standards and processes. Oversees instruction, implementation and enforcement of policies as they relate to employees.


• Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating and delegating.


• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a science-based area (ex: Microbiology, Food Science, Dairy Science) of study preferred, or a minimum of 2 years high level plant-based laboratory experience.


• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.


• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.


• Ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures, and report and follow through on any deficiencies.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.


• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.


• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.


• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.


• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail.


• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.


• Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage and retain a team of employees.


• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.


• Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles.


• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.

Saputo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in the USA, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/usa-sector)


Join the Saputo Dairy USA team to make your contributions matter every day!


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