Overview

　　At Golden State Foods, we are innovators, collaborators, and pioneers of quality, service, and a values-driven culture. Our Protein Products Division is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Embracing innovation, we continuously explore new methods and techniques to bring exceptional products to market. GSF is so much more than just a company; we are a unified community of dedicated individuals who believe in pursuing mutual success with our customers and creating a positive impact in the communities where we live and do business.

　　Golden State Foods offers more than just a workplace; we offer opportunities to be a valued part of a dynamic team that’s shaping the future of the foodservice industry. Together, we’ll create a place where passion meets purpose, as we nurture your aspirations, value your skills, and prioritize your opportunities to thrive every day. Our people-first culture and comprehensive benefits package support your wellbeing in all aspects at GSF. If you’re ready to pursue growth, advance innovation, and make a meaningful difference, we invite you to join us and contribute to our steadfast legacy of industry-leading excellence.

　　Responsibilities

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

　　Identifies, investigates, and troubleshoots food processing problems and non-conformances to ensure compliance with product and packaging consistency, safety, and quality standards and to increase production efficiency. (25%)

　　Supervises the daily activities of assigned staff to ensure increase regulatory compliance, improve production efficiency, and ensure that QA policies and procedures are correctly implemented. (25%)

　　Interacts with plan personnel to provide QA and safety-related information and to keep GSF and customers apprised of quality and safety concerns, opportunities for preventive maintenance, techniques, and regulations. (25%)

　　Updates and maintains QA manuals, procedures, and techniques to ensure compliance with product and packaging consistency, safety, and quality standards and to increase production efficiency. (25%)

　　Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.

　　LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

　　Supervises between up to 10 QA Technicians and Senior QA Technicians.

　　PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

　　Productivity/quality standards: QA processes and procedures

　　Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness

　　Domestic regulatory compliance

　　Budget

　　Cost containment

　　Teamwork within the department and across departments

　　Project/assignment standards

　　Customer satisfaction

　　Vendor relations

　　Safety standards and procedures: food

　　Safety standards and procedures: laboratory equipment and procedures

　　Qualifications

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and experience equivalent to:

　　Education/Certification:

　　Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or related field of science from an accredited college or university

　　Experience:

　　3 to 6 years of relevant work experience, with an understanding of food safety and regulations and supervisory experience.

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

　　Food safety concepts and techniques (E)

　　Food testing concepts and techniques (E)

　　Quality assurance concepts and techniques (E)

　　HACCP programs and related food safety regulations and processes (J)

　　Food chemistry (J)

　　Food microbiology (J)

　　Food processing equipment (J)

　　Supervisory concepts and techniques (J)

　　Employee relations concepts and generally accepted practices (J)

　　PC word processing/spreadsheet software (J)

　　Skill and ability to:

　　Supervise and motivate up to 10 employees in a team-based environment

　　Interpret QA anomalies and irregularities and identify appropriate solutions

　　Interact effectively with employees at all organizational levels

　　Conduct performance evaluations of direct reports

　　Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing

　　Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy

　　Perform a variety of food safety tests

　　Work in a laboratory environment

　　Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service

　　Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed

　　LocationUS-AL-Opelika

　　Job ID 2023-18303

　　Category Quality Assurance