Quality Control Supervisor

SUMMARY

The Quality Control Supervisor at M.C.I Foods, Inc. is a hands-on leader of quality control; direct responsibility for assuring received goods & work in-process and finish product meets specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Ensure on a daily basis that all Quality Control policies and procedures are followed.

Must ensure that all products are in compliance with USDA and Company Specifications.

Must be able to recognize any violation of HACCP, GMP, quality, sanitation and food safety procedures and make immediate correction to any unacceptable situation or condition.

Ensures adherence to CN and Commodity Processing (PCCP)Programs.

Must insure that all inbound raw materials are properly received in accordance with the Quality Control department's processes.

Accurate record keeping of receiving, in-process, and finished product inspections.

Inspects, tests, weighs raw materials and finished products.

Ensures compliance with net weight program.

Inventory control, labeling, and assurance of component/product trace ability.

Ensures Raw Material always has a lot number and label.

Monthly reporting on incoming and outgoing quality inspection activities.

Records inspection data in various logs and notifies supervisor of irregularities.

Interaction with all levels of management and technical staff on matters of quality.

Responsible for monitoring the micro-finished product program and assure the implementation of the Hold/Release policy.

When necessary create and assign lot numbers to products and record product information

Must possess leadership qualities and should be able to lead and give direction to team member. Should be patient and treat everybody with respect. Communicate effectively with other departments including production, shipping, warehouse and maintenance.

Other duties associated with quality assurance and control.

EXPERIENCE

Preferably bi-lingual / English & Spanish

2 years of food manufacturing experience.

Supervisory or Lead experience in the Quality department.

Should be familiar with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Allergens.

Possess knowledge of food quality and safety policies.

Preferably be involved in third party audits ex Silliker, AIB etc.

Computer application knowledge, MS office and application software

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Production area (Processing area)

Working around equipment and machinery, manual and electric pallet jacks and forklifts.

Must be able to work in cold (less than 40 F) and hot (up to 100F) very humid environments

Exposed to machinery noise, less than 80db.

TRAINING REQUIRED

New Associate training in M.C.I Foods, Inc. Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Control requirements regarding Food safety and acceptable employee behavior practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Constantly Stands

Occasional Walking, Bending, Twisting and lifting for long periods of time throughout the day.

Constant use of Right &Left Arms

Carrying 0 lbs to 10 lbs occasional for a distance of 15ft, 30 ft. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Is in charge of Quality Department. Supervises QC techs and lead in the Quality Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out

supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies. Assists QA manager in assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

1. Understand and have a thorough working knowledge of the safety rules and general policies, regulations and guidelines of M.C.I. Foods, Inc. listed below. Ensure the rules and regulations are being enforced and followed in my department.
2. MCI Employee Handbook
3. Code of Safe Practices
4. GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices)
5. HACCP
6. Food Security/Bio-terrorism

7. Other programs listed elsewhere in this job description specific to my department.

8. Ensure before any new employee or inter-department transfer of an existing employee is started in a new work area, that that employee has received the proper safety training including safe operation of equipment and cleaning (for Sanitation) and the training was documented. This includes any employees from a temporary staffing company.

9. Has the authority to recommend hiring and termination decisions affecting his or her team or department.