Quality Assurance Lead

Job Description

Title: Quality Assurance Lead - 2nd shift

Location: Addison, IL

Overview:

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Hire Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options:

Pay: $22-24/hr

Hours:2nd Shift 1pm -12pm

Job Summary:

• A highly motivated and experienced Quality Control Lead is sought to ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality within a dynamic processing environment. This role is critical in maintaining regulatory compliance and upholding rigorous quality assurance protocols. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of food safety regulations, quality control procedures, and industry best practices.

Job Duties:

• Implement and monitor food safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance (USDA, FSIS, SQF, etc.).
• Develop and maintain food safety and quality procedures (SSOPs, GMPs).
• Manage CAPA, foreign material control, and facility inspections.
• Oversee quality control checks, sanitation, and microbiological testing.
• Contribute to training programs and mentor QC staff.
• Serve as backup to the Quality Control Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/equivalent; experience in food processing (meat preferred) required.
• HACCP certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and quality assurance principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in colder temperatures.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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