The Quality Assurance Coordinator supports Quality and Operations by maintaining accurate and complete quality and sanitation documentation in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS). This position will have a key focus on Master Sanitation documentation, including maintaining and organizing records, identifying documentation gaps or inconsistencies, managing electronic records and data, and supporting continuous improvement of documentation processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assure all required quality recordkeeping is completed and maintained in accordance with QMS requirements.

   
   

2. Support the maintenance and organization of Master Sanitation documentation, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with established quality and sanitation requirements.

   
   

3. Review Master Sanitation documentation to identify gaps, inconsistencies, or opportunities for process improvement and partner with appropriate teams to support resolution.

   
   

4. Assure all required samples are taken and appropriate laboratory tests are conducted in accordance with quality and QMS programs.

   
   

5. Support the QA Manager with QMS education and training for employees.

   
   

6. Assist the QA Manager with new employee orientation pertaining to QMS requirements.

   
   

7. Monitor plant activities to support compliance with QMS standards.

   
   

8. Support analytical and bacteriological testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products in accordance with company policies and operating procedures.

   
   

9. Perform internal audits of the manufacturing facility as required.

   
   

10. Coordinate with the Sanitation department to support execution of the environmental monitoring program.

    
    

11. Maintain electronic quality and sanitation records and data in an organized and accessible manner.

    
    

12. Support continuous improvement efforts related to quality, sanitation documentation, and recordkeeping processes.

Experience & Education – Required

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

Experience & Education – Preferred

• Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or a comparable field.

Competencies & Skills – Preferred

• 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.
  

• Ability to identify documentation gaps and inconsistencies and support appropriate follow-up.
  

• Experience managing electronic records, quality documentation, and data.
  

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  

• Process improvement mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and consistency.
  

• 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.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; climb up and down stairs and ladders; talk; or hear.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The temperature of the work environment can fluctuate, with occasional exposure to cold/cool and warm/hot conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud and may require hearing protection. While working in manufacturing areas, the employee is required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Additional Requirements

Required background check and drug test must be completed before the candidate starts the assignment.

EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled. Land O’Lakes, Inc. enforces a policy of maintaining a drug-free workforce, including pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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