At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together – valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there’s a seat at the table for you. The Quality Assurance Supervisor position ensures products meet quality standards by performing visual and mechanical inspections, conducting tests, and using measurement tools. They maintain accurate documentation, follow standard operating procedures, and report any deviations or non-conformances. This role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement efforts. What You’ll Get: <ul> <li style="color:#1d2d3e;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;text-align:left">Competitive pay based on experience</li> <li style="color:#1d2d3e;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;text-align:left">Affordable, market‑leading medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li style="color:#1d2d3e;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;text-align:left">401(k) retirement plan with company match</li> <li style="color:#1d2d3e;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;text-align:left">Paid vacation and personal time</li> <li style="color:#1d2d3e;background-color:white;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;text-align:left">Long‑term growth opportunities with a stable, family‑owned company</li> </ul> What You’ll Do: <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:8.0pt;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:12.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Supervise Quality Assurance personnel during production, packaging, labeling, and shipping. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:12.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Train and audit personnel on quality tests and procedures.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Perform all on-line Quality Assurance (QA) functions.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Conduct routine inspections of the glass and brittle plastic, GMP’s, facility grounds and equipment, pest control, sanitation, etc., within the facility.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Perform necessary miscellaneous chemical and microbiological sampling.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Assist in all audits.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Conduct or assist with special projects and tests as assigned by Quality Assurance Manager.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Quickly identify and respond to quality issues, including placing materials on hold or shutting down production lines when necessary.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Perform and monitor customer sample requests and purchased product grading. </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Review daily process records.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Input daily product grades following QA record review.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Enter, save and print data using Microsoft Excel and Access software programs that have been customized for the Quality Assurance department.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">File records and maintain quality control documentation and filing systems.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Participate in team meetings and training sessions, working closely with production, maintenance, and QA teams to resolve quality issues.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Perform pre-operational inspections</li> </ul> </li> </ul> What You’ll Bring: <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">High school diploma or GED, preferred. </li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in food science, Biology, Chemistry, Quality Assurance, or a related field, preferred. </li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">One or more years of experience in a quality assurance role within a manufacturing or food production environment, preferred </li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Equivalent combination of education and experience. </li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Must demonstrate operational understanding of machinery involved in the QA process. </li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience conducting inspections and audits, preferred</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience with documentation and record-keeping systems, preferred</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Supervisory or team lead experience, preferred; Ability to lead and train QA team members effectively</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience developing SOPs and training materials, preferred</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and other food safety standards</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Comfortable making decisions that impact production (e.g., placing product on hold)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Preferred Certifications <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">HACCP Certification, preferred</li> </ul> </li> </ul> -Successfully pass the PCQI and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) certification examinations within 12 months of being hired. <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none"> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">SQF Practitioner or similar food safety certification</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Internal Auditor Training (e.g., ISO 9001 or similar)</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">OSHA 10/30-Hour Certification-Willing to obtain certification through on-site training.</li> <li style="line-height:12.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">First Aid/CPR/AED-Willing to obtain certification through on-site training.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Lakeside Foods and our family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify. Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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