QC Assistant Manager

Kelly Science & Clinical has an immediate opening for a Quality Assistant Manager for our growing client near Bartlett, IL.

Direct-Hire

Shift : Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Compensation : $80,000-$95,000 / year based on experience

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with customer requirements, USDA and FDA regulations, GMPs, HACCP, and all food safety and sanitation policies.
• Monitor pest control program and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Participate in investigation and resolution of customer complaints and product rejection incidents.
• Perform lab analysis and evaluate results, trending the data for finished products.
• Maintain updated documentation of raw materials suppliers and prepare specifications.
• Coordinate with raw materials suppliers to address non-conformities and implement corrective actions.
• Manage raw materials, finished products, and environmental test analysis plans.
• Maintain communication with external labs.
• Collaborate with Quality Systems Manager to update finished product specifications.
• Conduct pre-shipment reviews and implement positive release procedures.
• Manage hold and release processes.
• Supervise the QC team, providing training to both QC and production staff.
• Conduct monthly reviews of quality issues and Right First Time (RFT) metrics.
• Oversee shelf life trials and industrial trials.
• Address daily production issues.
• Manage pest control activities.

Key Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related science field.
• 5-10 years of experience in quality control within food manufacturing.
• HACCP Certification.
• Proficiency in basic principles of microbiology, biochemistry, organic and inorganic chemistry.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to multitask, demonstrate leadership, and work effectively in a team.
• Organizational skills to manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Mathematical aptitude with analytical proficiency.
• Excellent professional communication skills.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources.

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.

As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.

In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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Science & Clinical?

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