QA Supervisor

QA Supervisor

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world.

Situated in Stanislaus County, our Turlock South manufacturing plant specializes in the production of butter and milk powder.

We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!

We offer a generous total rewards package that includes :

• Salary Range $67,848 - $100,855
• Family medical / dental / vision
• Generous company contributions to 401k
• Relocation Assistance
• 11 Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Supervisor will be responsible to support and maintain the company Quality Systems programs, support and enforce the SQF, QA, GMP, and Safety policies and procedures including production needs, support and assist in maintaining the HACCP program and its pre-requisite programs, support and maintain the Food Safety / Food Security / Biosecurity programs, and aid in customer complaint investigations and response.

Essential Functions

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has employee supervisory responsibilities for the QA Technicians in the area of discipline.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience

A BS degree in Dairy or Food Science or other related field and four years of experience in a leadership role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required in five (5) out of the last ten (10) years.

Language Skills

English is required as the spoken language. Other languages are a definite asset. A well-modulated tonal volume is required with excellent diction skills needed.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions given in written, oral, or diagram form. Must have the ability to discern when issues may require input from levels or authority within the corporation. Must have ability to read, interpret, and convey applicable regulatory requirements and regulations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must possess or be able to obtain California State Pasteurizers License and California State Sampler's and Weigher's License.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause undue hardship if such an accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Sitting / Standing / Walking : The supervisor spends about 75% of the workday standing or walking. They sit while entering data or using the computer. The supervisor walks on uneven gravel, dirt, concrete, and tile surfaces.

Lifting / Carrying : Occasional lifting requirements as job demands. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Pushing / Pulling : Occasional pushing or pulling requirements.

Bending / Stooping : Occasional bending and stooping requirements.

Squatting / Kneeling / Crawling : Occasional kneeling or crawling requirements.

Twisting / Turning : Ongoing twisting or turning requirements.

Climbing / Balancing : Climbing and balancing is required during plant inspections, and other related job requirements.

Reaching : Ongoing reaching requirements associated with job requirements.

Grasping / Manipulating : Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required. The ability to use a keyboard