Chobani - New Berlin, NY
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
New Berlin, NY
Food Manufacturing
About the position
The Quality Assurance Supervisor at Chobani is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing quality assurance activities within the plant. This position ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and leads quality initiatives while managing a team of Quality Assurance Technicians and Leads. The supervisor plays a critical role in maintaining product quality and safety standards, as well as coordinating laboratory operations and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Responsibilities
- Supervise QA leads and technicians in monitoring and testing ingredients and finished products; schedule, train, and evaluate performance.
- Oversee microbiology laboratories, analyze and interpret results while ensuring lab safety and Good Lab Practices (GLP).
- Maintain systems for checking and verifying process compliance, including SPC, HACCP, and Quality Systems.
- Implement programs to minimize product loss or deviations from established standards, and communicate effectively with the team.
- Ensure all analytical methods used in laboratories are current and compliant with Standard Methods.
- Coordinate calibration and certification programs for plant and laboratory equipment.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations, including personnel and milk plant licensing.
- Maintain proper records and conduct information analysis.
- Collaborate efficiently with other plant groups to meet operational standards.
- Maintain lab supply levels and manage inventory orders.
- Ensure plant SOPs are current and aligned with analytical methods.
- Present updates to upper management on the status of the Quality Department and quality issues.
- Follow Chobani Safety Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Complete additional tasks as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in food science or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3+ years of quality assurance or quality control experience within a food safety environment.
- Minimum of 2+ years of relevant supervisory experience.
- Ability to manage multiple projects successfully.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $66,400.00 - $99,600.00 plus bonus.
