Quality Assurance Coordinator

Job Title: Quality Assurance Coordinator

Location: Kiel, WI

Duration: 3 Month Contract 

Summary:

• Work Mode: Onsite
• Schedule: 7am - 3pm or 8am - 4:30pm, can flex depending on business need.

Responsibilities:

• Assure all required quality record-keeping is completed and maintained in accordance with QMS requirements.
• Support the maintenance and organization of Master Sanitation documentation, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with established quality and sanitation requirements.
• Review Master Sanitation documentation to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or opportunities for process improvement and partner with appropriate teams to support resolution.
• Assure all required samples are taken and appropriate laboratory tests are conducted in accordance with quality and QMS programs.
• Support the QA Manager with QMS education and training for employees.
• Assist the QA Manager with new employee orientation pertaining to QMS requirements.
• Monitor plant activities to support compliance with QMS standards.
• Support analytical and bacteriological testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products in accordance with company policies and operating procedures.
• Perform internal audits of the manufacturing facility as required.
• Coordinate with the Sanitation department to support execution of the environmental monitoring program.
• Maintain electronic quality and sanitation records and data in an organized and accessible manner.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to quality, sanitation documentation, and recordkeeping processes.

Requirements:

• Associate degree or higher, preferably in Food Science, Dairy Science, or a related field.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or a comparable field.
• Strong quality assurance and/or dairy science background.
• Knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Auditing skills with knowledge of corrective and preventive action processes.
• Ability to review and maintain Master Sanitation documentation with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
• Experience managing electronic records, quality documentation, and data.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective teaching, training, and influencing skills.
• Ability to prioritize work effectively and operate with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement efforts in quality and sanitation documentation processes.