Rise Baking Company · 6 hours ago
Quality Assurance Lead
Bonner Springs, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expRise Baking Company is a bakery-focused organization committed to high-quality products and a positive work environment. The Quality Assurance Lead will implement and monitor quality initiatives, provide support for production, and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
BakeryFood and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Monitor daily QA Technician activities to ensure company policies are being followed; provide feedback and recommend corrective actions as needed
Assume necessary operational and administrative duties in the absence of immediate supervisor
Serve as backup when QA Technicians are on leave (emergency, vacation, sick and/or FMLA)
Assist with training new QA Technicians; assist production with GMP and safety orientation
Monitor plant operations to ensure sanitary operational procedures are followed according to GMPs
Perform pre-operational inspections and report concerns to QA Supervisor/Manager
Inspect incoming raw materials; review COAs and COCs as required
Initiate and complete the hold process for non-conforming product, raw materials, and other materials as required; follow up and complete disposition when determined
Monitor and verify CCPs/preventive controls as required
Perform environmental swabbing for bacteria and pathogens; prepare, document, and send swabs to third-party lab as required
Maintain various production and QA documents
Perform and lead food safety, quality, and GMP audits
Develop quality specifications, assist in the commercialization of new products, and provide assistance during first production runs/plant trials
Perform label and packaging verifications
Initiate actions to prevent non-conformities relating to food safety, product quality, and safety system
Assist in auditing the food safety/HACCP program
Support facility with required certifications: organic, non-GMO, kosher, etc
Assist with regulatory and independent inspections and audits
Serve as a resource for other departments as needed to ensure compliance to food safety and quality standards
Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Basic knowledge of general food safety programs and policies including government regulations
HACCP and PCQI certified or willing to become certified
Basic analytical testing knowledge
Basic ability to use instruments/equipment vital to completing duties (e.g., scales, thermometers, metal detectors, calculators, gauges, calipers, rulers, ovens)
Ability to read and understand plant SOPs, work instructions, GMPs, and safety instructions
Operational knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications
Basic problem-solving ability
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work varied shifts as required
2+ years of experience working in a food manufacturing environment; knowledge of general food safety programs and policies including government regulations
Demonstrated ability to lead a diverse work force
Ability to take initiative and be assertive when needed
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Benefits
Medical, dental, life, disability, vision, and supplemental insurance
Company paid holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
Performance bonus potential
401k plan with company match
Company
Rise Baking Company
The joy of baking has always brought people together. Rise is a company built on elevating expectations.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-09-17Private Equity
2024-09-17Acquired
Leadership Team
Brian Zellmer
Chief Executive Officer
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