LiDestri Foods · 1 day ago
Quality Assurance Supervisor - 6:00pm- 6:30am
Rochester, NY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$76K/yr - $84K/yr
3+ years expLiDestri Foods is a family-run company based in Rochester, NY, specializing in innovative food products for national and retailer brand partners. The Quality Assurance Supervisor ensures product quality in an efficient and safe manner while providing support to the Quality Assurance Manager.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Ensure all products meet the customer and product requirements
Keep all work areas and equipment within SQF Standards and clean always
Ensure all practice equipment is properly worn always
Ensure all equipment is set up, calibrates, and functioning properly throughout shift
Keep all equipment that is used clean, in your area always and prepared for the next run
Perform Microbiological testing
Perform several checks to balance batches such as: Brix, Salt, PH, Acid, and alcohol
Use the following ingredient samples from bulk containers and perform testing on them
Recommend adjustments be made to batches by adding or subtracting
Monitor the Filler Machine and lines by checking the weights, codes, labeling, pasteurizer temperatures
Verify codes very closely – ink can run dry and codes can be set wrong
Perform visual checks and records results, weigh product on calibrated scales, obtain and bring the samples to the QC bench for testing, perform tests and record results
Place batches or finished products on hold as required
All other assigned duties required during your work period
Oversee all technicians and quality concerns
Investigate matters including supplier related or customer driven
Fill in for technicians during absences
Ensure coverage of departmental personnel with production lines
Mock recalls per customer requirements
Cross check analysis for QA technicians
Actively organize and review process for continuous improvement; Verify all holds are entered into Oracle
Verify that all work orders pertaining to any Quality Holds have been completed and distributed to the appropriate personnel
Create any necessary work orders based on the results of additional quality testing
Removing and/or adjusting any Holds
Responsible for participating in Koshers and regulatory audits
Notify Suppliers and Vendors of any holds or FYI’s created due to their defective materials and ensuring that any defective materials are removed in a timely manner
Investigate any Customer Complaints and complete paperwork to document the findings
Coach, mentor and develop staff, including preparing and conducting employee performance appraisal
Maintain employee work schedules including timecard approval, work assignments, job rotation, training, vacations and paid time off
Report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action
Qualification
Required
Minimum of high school diploma or GED
3-5 Years of quality experience in food or pharmaceutical manufacturing with 2 years of previous supervisory experience
Ability to work with numbers, perform calculations and possess mechanical abilities
Demonstrated ability to work independently, with limited supervision
Communication skills – must work closely with all department and management levels
Keep up with fast paced work environment and record data as required in timely manner
Ability to use Distiller, Microscope, Microbiological Plates, Refractometer, Salt Titrator, Acid Titrator, PH Meter, various gages, torque meters, and other off equipment as required
Previous use of handcarts and pallet jacks
Computer experience, including Oracle and Microsoft Office
Benefits
Great career-pathing
Professional development, including unlimited online training courses
Health insurance with premium contributions
Dental, vision, HSA
100% company paid life insurance and long-term disability
401k – with employer match
Paid time off to include- vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays
Company bonuses
And many more….
Company
LiDestri Foods
LiDestri Foods is a premier manufacturer of sauces, dips, and salsas, producing the largest market share of contract-manufactured pasta sauces in the United States.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
LiDestri Foods has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-04-09Acquired
Leadership Team
Stefani LiDestri
Chief Executive Officer
Fernando Freitas
Group Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
Rochester Business Journal
2025-08-07
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