79801BR
Job Title:
QC Manager - Valdosta, GA
Department/Function:
Quality & Food Safety
Job Description:
QC Manager - Valdosta, GA
This is an exempt level position
Job Summary:
The QC Manager is accountable for ensuring the integrity of our product throughout the manufacturing process. The QC Manager has overall responsibility for managing the QC Laboratory and the quality of all materials to ensure that they meet customer requirements. When quality issues are identified, the QC Manager will initiate an investigation and coordinate the implementation of appropriate corrective action. The QC Manager will communicate all quality issues with facility management. This position plays and active role in ensuring individual and overall plant compliance with environmental, health and safety policies.
This position has a dotted line to the Divisional QC Manager.
Essential Job Functions:
Ensure all environmental and safety procedures and practices are followed
Advance quality achievement and performance improvement throughout the facility
Manage QC Technicians (staffing, scheduling, performance, development and progression)
Ensure that all applicable analytical tests on in-process and finished products are being performed accurately and efficiently
Monitor product development processes to identify deviations from quality policies
Maintain analytical equipment in proper working order
Be able to troubleshoot analytical equipment (including outside of business hours if necessary)
Manage laboratory preventive maintenance program and equipment service calls
Assist in investigations into the determination of root cause for Quality related deviations/rejections and nonconformities
Participate in and lead Quality discussions
Manage inventory and safety of all lab chemicals and supplies
Ensure that all local SOPs are up to date and accurate
Attend local production and safety meetings
Collaborate with colleagues from other locations with respect to troubleshooting and improvements
Work with and communicate with plant management regarding any Quality problems or issues that arise
Become familiar with the production process, specifically as it pertains to analytical
Lab Data-entry software experience required. Ensure that all TLC profiles are set-up properly.
Exemplify the ADM Core Values in daily activities: Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Resourceful, Teamwork, and Responsibility
Job Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree in an applied science minimum
Bachelor’s Degree in an applied science preferred
Good interpersonal skills to provide feedback and guidance
Desire to see continuous improvement in process and programs
Ability to troubleshoot lab equipment (HPLCs, GCs, ICPs, etc.)
Able to work both independently and on a team
Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Must have excellent communication, problem solving, and good decision making skills
Exhibit regular and prompt attendance
Must be self-directed with a strong work ethic and a desire to learn
Working Conditions:
Employees in this position may be exposed to various potential chemical and food allergens due to the nature of our business and the requirements of the job. If there is any reason such exposure would interfere with your ability to perform this role or work at the location, please notify the hiring manager.Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.
REF:79801BR “AJCIND”
City:
Valdosta
State:
GA - Georgia
Ref ID:
#LI-NG1
About ADM::
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We're a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We're blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We're a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We're an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we're a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.
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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)
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Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to support your well-being, including:
Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and life insurance; on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable)
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Additional benefits include:
Paid vacation time, plus 11 paid holidays and one paid personal day
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Tuition assistance
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs