About Us: Superior Dairy, located in Ohio, is a leading dairy product manufacturer dedicated to producing high-quality dairy products for customers across the nation. As a trusted name in the dairy industry, we take pride in our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. We specialize in a wide range of dairy products, including fluid milk, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and more. With a strong legacy of quality and a workforce that values teamwork and dedication, Superior Dairy offers a supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.
Why You'll Love Working Here: At Superior Dairy, we believe our employees are key to our continued success. Here are just a few of the reasons why joining our team is a great decision:
- Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary to attract the best talent.
- Health & Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health services to support your well-being.
- Disability Insurance: Protection for you in case of illness or injury.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy a generous PTO package to maintain work-life balance.
- Retirement Benefits: Secure your future with 401k contributions from us.
- Personal & Professional Growth: We are committed to your continuous learning and development.
- Employee Recognition: Regular appreciation events and recognition awards to honor your hard work and dedication.
- Employee Wellness Initiatives: Participate in wellness programs designed to support your overall health.
- Employee Feedback: We value your input and offer platforms to share suggestions and ideas.
Job Overview: Superior Dairy is seeking an experienced and dedicated Relief Quality Assurance Analyst to join our team. In this exciting role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards are met across all stages of production. From aseptic sampling to product testing and everything in between, you'll play a key role in ensuring our products meet rigorous food safety and regulatory requirements.
This position requires flexibility, as you'll work a rotating 2nd and 3rd shift schedule, including weekends and holidays. We offer a supportive work environment where your contributions directly impact the quality of the products we deliver to our customers.
Key Responsibilities: - Aseptic sampling of incoming ingredients, packaging, finished products, and various areas/equipment.
- Sample other types of collections such as well water.
- Verification of compliance to standard operating procedures and assistance for operations in the enforcement of standard operating procedures
- Monitoring of process settings, material usage, and product weights
- Verification of compliance with food safety, customer expectations, product specifications, and regulatory requirements.
- Determine of root cause, corrective actions, and follow-up
- Pre-operational inspection of processing equipment and environment
- Measuring and recording product temperatures.
- Calibrating temperature measuring devices.
- Perform lab tests (e.g., water hardness)
- Communicating evaluation results with operators and supervisors and follow up.
- Keeping detailed records and complete documentation in a timely, accurate manner. Recognize the importance of data collected and the interpretation of that data.
- Execute the Product Hold and Release procedures.
- End of shift reporting including deviations and corrective actions.
- Assist in taking and transporting samples to the lab and review of lab test results.
- Update forms and procedures filing
- Other assigned duties
What We're Looking For: - Effective communication with all levels of the organization, as well as customers and regulatory
- Team oriented, but able to work independently.
- Detail oriented, organized, and manages time well.
- Self-motivated and proactive, focused on the task at hand.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Gmail, Google Documents, and the use of digital camera Ability to train with new software (QA Studio, 3M LM1 Data Trending Software, Plant/Blow molding SPC)
- Ability to train, use, and maintain various equipment: FTIR analysis of fat, LM1 for verification of equipment cleanliness, Metal Detector checking and verification, pH Meter, EZ Reader for antibiotic testing, and Thermometers.
Why Join Us: Superior Dairy is more than just a place to work-it's a community of individuals who take pride in their work and are passionate about the dairy industry. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow within a company that's been a staple in the industry for over 90 years. We're committed to your success, both personally and professionally.
We are a
drug-free facility, and maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment is a top priority. As part of our commitment to your well-being, all applicants will undergo a drug screening as part of the hiring process.
If you're looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic and innovative company, apply today and help shape the future of dairy.
Superior Dairy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are not interested in unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third party recruiters or staffing agencies for this position.