Location: Stephenson,VA, USA
About Us
Desi Fresh Foods is a leading cultured dairy manufacturer with over 23 years of experience. We produce high-quality and consistent products, which include yogurt (Dahi or Indian, Greek and traditional), smoothies / yogurt drinks, sour cream, and dips from single serve options to food service side. We are currently seeking a skilled Facility Porter to join our team and contribute to the ongoing success of our facility in Frederick Country, Virginia!
About the Role
The Quality Assurance (QA) Manager is responsible for maintaining Food Safety and Quality Assurance Management Systems to support manufacturing of wholesome and quality food. QA Manager serves as SQF Practitioner, maintains, and implements Policies and Procedures in accordance with SQF code.
Responsibilities
Implement corrective actions and preventative measures related to food safety and food non-conformities
Supervise one QA Technician
Implement developed policies and procedures
Conduct documentation and records daily verification
Implement cleaning, housekeeping activities, and master sanitation schedule
Responsible for investigating food safety and quality related incidents discovered through customer complaints and reported by Production personnel
Responsible for Pest Control Program
Implement Microbiological Program
Conducts Internal Monthly Audit
Responsible for Foreign Material Program
Manage Product Specification & compliance with labeling
Maintains Company Food Safety and Quality Training in new hires
Conduct pro-op inspections and operational inspections
Collects Finished product weights to make sure they are complaint
Monitor Coolers Temperature
Conduct Verification throughout the day to make sure GMP's are being followed
Responsible for implementation of Maintenance documents
Leads Customers Audits/ and any other 3rd party Audits
Respond to customers' requests in a promptly matter
Lead inspections from the Agriculture Department
Responsible for sampling product to the State of Agriculture
Responsible for approving new ingredients and packaging
Support product development and launch
Qualifications
Must have at least 5 years quality experience in food manufacturing environment (dairy preferred), knowledge of FDA, and Experience with 3rd party food safety audits
Food Safety Certificates: HACCP, SQF Practitioner, PCQI
Maintain a positive work environment
Understanding of regulatory guidelines
Must be bilingual English/Spanish
Training in Farmingdale, NY may be required for up to 4 - 6 weeks
Our competitive compensation package includes:
Medical health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Vacation time off
Sick leave
Holiday time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability