QA Specialist (3rd Shift)

At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best

The Quality Assurance Specialist in Franklin WI will be a key stakeholder for a new 340000 square foot conversion facility and will play an integral part of Saputos strategy to optimize its cheese network in North America. Saputo has a strong history in Wisconsin and are proud to be expanding our footprint in this area.

The QA Specialist is responsible for monitoring quality and production procedures throughout the facility to ensure quality food safety employee safety and GMP standards are met.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Assists with implementing monitoring and verification validation production standard operating procedures sanitation standard operating procedures controlled documents and the master sanitation schedule.
• Interacts with personnel at all levels to communicate quality issues. Assists production personnel by providing instructions direction and guidance as needed to ensure quality and food safety standards are met.
• Provides support and back up to QA Supervisor in audits including corporate customer GFSI and State and Federal regulators during inspections product sampling etc.
• Assists with conducting new-hire Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training and other food safety and quality trainings as needed.
• Assists with maintaining the HOLD and positive release programs within all departments.
• Monitors Master Sanitation Schedule completion monthly for all areas within the facility.
• Provides follow up on special projects related to quality.
• Assists with the annual review and revision of Quality Assurance programs in the plant.
• Assists with monitoring and maintaining the Environmental Monitoring FSMA and HACCP programs.
• Interacts with and assists production personnel with quality issues. Provides instructions and guidance to production personnel as needed to ensure quality standards are met.
• Provides support and back up to QA Supervisor in audits including corporate customer GFSI and State and Federal regulators during inspections product sampling etc.
• Assists with data entry and performs monthly trending of swabbing results customer complaints and foreign material incidents.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Quality Assurance experience and/or 3-5 years of food manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge of computer programs (i.e. Excel Word SAP etc.)
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written oral or diagram form.
• Ability to define problems collect data establish facts draw valid conclusions and provide solutions.
• Ability to obtain HACCP certification.
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Ability to work flexible hours weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise changing temperatures (hot wet cold humid) standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
• Physical lifting up to 40-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift.
• Working with chemicals wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical dental and vision insurance EAP 401k employee stock options paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and plant engagement activities.
• Work in a smoke free environment that supports a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.

In the USA Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella Frigo Cheese Montchevre Stella and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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