Job Summary
Assist the Director of Quality Assurance in managing our Quality Assurance & Biosecurity Programs for the assigned facility.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
* Perform internal audits of Quality Assurance, HACCP and Biosecurity Programs and work with plant personnel on corrective action.
* Accompany customers on Quality Assurance and Feed Safety audits at the plant.
* Assist the Director of Quality Assurance with the management of the company's antioxidant application program.
* Assist with the company's customer complaint program, working with the plant on corrective action and providing feedback to Sales for resolving complaints with customers.
* Assist with the management of the company's Mock Recall Program and annual supplier Feed Safety Certifications.
* Train plant management and personnel in Biosecurity, HACCP and GMP programs.
* Contribute product development ideas and work on product development teams as appropriate.
* Provide support to the company's two central analytical laboratories.
* Work in other activities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Quality Management, Meat Science or related field.
* Minimum 3 years of industry experience in a quality-related role.
Preferred Qualifications
* HACCP certification preferred.
* Experience with plant Quality Systems and HACCP/GMP Plan auditing is desirable.
* Experience in the Pet Food Industry and with animal byproducts is desirable.
* Excellent math skills, including statistical analysis.
* Highly organized, self-motivated with superior time management skills.
* Exceptional communication skills both written and oral.
* Work well with all levels of the corporation.
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