QA Foreperson (Night Shift)

Continental Dairy Facilities is Select Milk Producer’s first state-of-the-art powder milk and butter facility that produces over 300,000 pounds of dry non-fat milk per day in Coopersville, Michigan. Since 2009, Continental Dairy Facilities has been providing grade A, Gold Star quality milk products to manufacturers across the country and around the world. Our commitment to quality and sustainability has made us a preferred producer for a wide range of food manufacturing companies.

Our most important core value is YOU. Our employees are the foundation and heart of our organization and we strive to promote a positive and inclusive work environment. We are a forward-thinking company that encourages out-of-the-box thinking and rewards innovation and excellence. We seek employees who will take pride in their work and love to take ownership to solve problems and find unique solutions.

SCHEDULE

Night Shift 4:00 pm - 4:30 am

*Must be willing to work weekends and holidays that fall into schedule.

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

The Quality Assurance Foreperson is responsible for analytical and microbiological evaluations of all raw, pasteurized, and final products. Always adheres to all United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), safety regulations, as well as Company rules. In the absence of the FSQA Supervisor, the FSQA Foreperson(s) will manage duties and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicates with plant management.
• Operate all testing equipment including, but not limited to spectrometer, FTIR analyzer, moisture analyzers, pH meter, burets, beta & aflatoxin analyzers, chlorine analyzer, pipettors, and various laboratory testing equipment.
• All equipment is to be operated in a safe, efficient, and sanitary manner.
• Perform daily quality audits and checks on plant floor as assigned.
• Fill out required worksheets and logs, either electronically or paper form in an accurate manner.
• Maintain all results and report in a confidential manner in accordance with the Company Letter of Confidentiality.
• Responsible for cleaning and sterilizing lab equipment and maintaining a clean, orderly, and neat work area.
• Must stock laboratories with necessary supplies.
• Responsible for quality related tasks such as certificates of analysis.
• Communication of results to the proper individuals in a timely, confidential, and professional manner.
• Preparation of all solutions and media required in the performance of all laboratory tests.
• Recognize and notify appropriate supervisors of any unusual results or product defects.
• Perform the necessary re-checks for analytical and microbiological testing.
• Aid in training of new Quality Assurance personnel.
• Assist in the calibrations, troubleshooting, and functionality of lab equipment.
• Be proficient in the performance of the following:
• Inhibitory test
• Total solids/Moisture Analysis.
• Inventory sample analysis
• Powder test for scorched particle, and moisture.
• Whey Protein Nitrogen Index test (WPNI)
• Bacteria test (Aerobic Plate Count, Coli, and Yeast & Mold).
• Collection of proper series samples using aseptic techniques as required.
• Compositing samples for third party testing.
• Proper identification of outgoing samples for third party testing.
• Report immediately to supervisor of any damage, irregular activity, or unsafe conditions concerning the equipment.
• Follow all safety, work, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) rules.
• May participate as members of the Food Safety Team and Food Quality Team.
• Aid in execution of plant environmental monitoring program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Must work in a safe, efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.
• Must have the ability to troubleshoot small problems and be able to discern when issues may require input from levels of authority within the corporation.
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
• Leadership, team development, coaching, and/or teaching experience.
• Advanced computational skills and advanced math reasoning required.
• Must be able to operate the equipment effectively after the appropriate break-in period.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Dairy Science, Microbiology, Food Science, Chemistry, or related field or comparable experience in dairy laboratory testing in five (5) out of the last ten (10) years.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must be able to acquire a Certified Sampler license by the state regulatory agency.
• Must be able to be licensed as Certified Industry Supervisor in accordance with the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (current edition) and state regulatory agency.

BENEFITS

Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and 401k with a company match.

POSITION LOCATION

Coopersville, Michigan

REPORTS TO

Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) Supervisor

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT

Non-Exempt

EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - Continental Dairy Facilities, LLC maintains a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in all employment practices and decisions, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

For Recruitment Agencies - Continental Dairy Facilities, LLC manages the majority of our hiring internally and most of our roles are filled through applications submitted through our company’s career site. Occasionally we may work with external agencies who are on our pre-approved vendor list; however, we are not expanding our agency vendor list at this time.