Quality Assurance Supervisor - 2nd & 3rd Shift @ Jelly Belly

Want to make an impact?

Supervise, evaluate, and assist subordinates in their daily performance by setting goals and objectives. Provide ongoing feedback and support for a group of technicians and leads covering our operation. Adhere and aid in the development and maintenance of the Good Manufacturing Practices by assisting the departmental supervisors. Work closely with cross-functional departments to ensure compliance to regulatory, customer, third-party and Ferrara’s food safety and quality requirements.

Ways you will make a difference

Accountable for quality and food safety practices during operations.

Maintains holds and develops corrective actions (CAPA) by utilizing root cause analysis as necessary and monitors CAPA for effectiveness.

Manages quality assurance team by scheduling in ADP, assigning tasks and providing ongoing training/mentoring.

Facilitates with production the monitoring of processes and procedures to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.

Initiates, track and trend NCRs/CAPAs for all deviations.

Be a part of the internal audit team and participates actively in the scheduled food safety and facility GMP audits.

Co-ordinate the pre-op, post-op and glass/brittle plastic inspections.

Acts as a communication liaison between management and quality staff to support corporate and plant-driven initiatives.

As part of the food safety team, maintains the food safety plan and updates SOPs as required.

As part of the food defense team, leads the food defense program for the shift including audits and challenges.

Ensures training of associates at all levels on quality programs.

Understanding of hygienic, sanitation, and allergen control principles.

Interact with other supervisors/managers within the Jelly Belly brand to share best practices.

Perform and maintain the environmental monitoring program and product testing program.

Trend the monthly KPI data for the Quality Manager and assist in preparing reports for senior leadership management.

Lead and coordinate internal audits

Skills that will make you successful

B.S. Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or other related field preferred

Demonstrated Leadership experience

HACCP certification and GFSI audits experience such as FSSC ISO 22000 or SQF a plus

PCQI certification and Food Defense training a plus

Experience with SAP and Redzone

Great communication and interpersonal skills.

Jelly Belly Candy Company is an affirmative action company and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The stated duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by incumbents in this position. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit management discretion to assign other duties or responsibilities, as necessary.