Balchem Corporation
Sr. Quality Assurance Supervisor
Balchem Corporation, Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, United States, 56085
Overview
Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet. Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey, and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ – BCPC).
Founded in 1967, Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit www.balchem.com. Position Summary
Site food safety and quality leader. Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Accountable for HACCP/Food Safety program, Food Quality Program and the application of them at the site Accountable for site compliance to 21CFR117 and GFSI codes Leads an effective team of quality techs responsible for quality assurance and quality control activities Directs and documents Internal Audit and inspection processes as the lead auditor and trains internal auditors to meet SQF, customer and regulatory guidance requirements Manages and ensures employee new hire and annual training programs for GMP, HACCP, allergen and Food Defense Accountable for testing, measurement, and analytical/processing equipment validation and calibration programs Investigates root causes and documents corrective actions for non-conformances across raw materials, in-process, finished products, processing and audit findings Maintains an effective CAPA program addressing internal/external audit findings, non-conformances and customer complaints Presents at daily direction setting meetings and at monthly, quarterly and annual quality reviews to support management commitment and data-driven plant priorities Co-leads inventory health processes and ensures timely disposition of aged and non-conforming materials Designs and coordinates special projects related to product quality and/or efficiency Projects may be assigned to fulfill strategic objectives Works with the Director of Quality and Regulatory Manager to meet customer requirements in testing, labeling and reporting by updating ERP & LIMS systems and managing COA, QC group and label templates Directs activities of plant lab technicians and provides coverage in plant lab as needed Champions continuous improvement processes for the operation Demonstrates strong communication with site and corporate teams Effectively reports KPI/Metrics, priority issues and project progress to drive action Exemplifies Balchem core values: Always doing the right thing; Think big and acting small; Collaborating and growing together; Playing to win; Staying focused on the customer Qualifications
B.S. Degree in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field Supervisory experience required Good knowledge of product quality standards, specifications and regulations as they relate to GMP Thorough knowledge of manufacturing operations with skills in organizing, analyzing, planning and communication Computer proficiency in word processing and creating spreadsheets and forms Strong communication and high integrity in conducting business affairs Mature, sound judgment in dealings with vendors and customers Ability to work independently, organize tasks and manage workload Ability to address problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations and defend decisions Ability to interpret customer requirements and government regulations Ability to initiate projects, set goals and timelines, delegate, and report progress Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Quality Assurance Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet. Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey, and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ – BCPC).
Founded in 1967, Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit www.balchem.com. Position Summary
Site food safety and quality leader. Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Accountable for HACCP/Food Safety program, Food Quality Program and the application of them at the site Accountable for site compliance to 21CFR117 and GFSI codes Leads an effective team of quality techs responsible for quality assurance and quality control activities Directs and documents Internal Audit and inspection processes as the lead auditor and trains internal auditors to meet SQF, customer and regulatory guidance requirements Manages and ensures employee new hire and annual training programs for GMP, HACCP, allergen and Food Defense Accountable for testing, measurement, and analytical/processing equipment validation and calibration programs Investigates root causes and documents corrective actions for non-conformances across raw materials, in-process, finished products, processing and audit findings Maintains an effective CAPA program addressing internal/external audit findings, non-conformances and customer complaints Presents at daily direction setting meetings and at monthly, quarterly and annual quality reviews to support management commitment and data-driven plant priorities Co-leads inventory health processes and ensures timely disposition of aged and non-conforming materials Designs and coordinates special projects related to product quality and/or efficiency Projects may be assigned to fulfill strategic objectives Works with the Director of Quality and Regulatory Manager to meet customer requirements in testing, labeling and reporting by updating ERP & LIMS systems and managing COA, QC group and label templates Directs activities of plant lab technicians and provides coverage in plant lab as needed Champions continuous improvement processes for the operation Demonstrates strong communication with site and corporate teams Effectively reports KPI/Metrics, priority issues and project progress to drive action Exemplifies Balchem core values: Always doing the right thing; Think big and acting small; Collaborating and growing together; Playing to win; Staying focused on the customer Qualifications
B.S. Degree in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Food Science or related field Supervisory experience required Good knowledge of product quality standards, specifications and regulations as they relate to GMP Thorough knowledge of manufacturing operations with skills in organizing, analyzing, planning and communication Computer proficiency in word processing and creating spreadsheets and forms Strong communication and high integrity in conducting business affairs Mature, sound judgment in dealings with vendors and customers Ability to work independently, organize tasks and manage workload Ability to address problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations and defend decisions Ability to interpret customer requirements and government regulations Ability to initiate projects, set goals and timelines, delegate, and report progress Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Quality Assurance Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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