Quality Assurance Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Supervise quality assurance operations to ensure compliance with Saputo food safety policies, HACCP, and GMP programs.
• Work with plant management to maximize product quality and productivity while ensuring adherence to state and federal guidelines.
• Support quality assurance systems, including process evaluation, sanitation programs, and product protection.
• Manage assigned employees through scheduling, training, performance management, and daily activity coordination.
• Analyze and resolve food safety and quality issues, recommending improvements to production methods and equipment.
• Maintain accurate quality and food safety records and coordinate activities across different departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-based field (e.g., Microbiology, Food Science, Dairy Science) preferred, or a minimum of 2 years of high-level plant-based experience.
• Ability to become certified in SQF, PQCI, and Food Defense within 6 months of hire.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety/security policies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop a team.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous laboratory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within a collective bargaining agreement environment.

Benefits

• Development opportunities to enhance career fulfillment.
• Meaningful compensation and benefits packages.
• Opportunities to contribute to the community through high-quality dairy products.

About the Company

Saputo is a top 10 global dairy processor, processing approximately 11 billion litres of milk annually. We operate 59 manufacturing facilities across Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom, providing a diverse range of dairy and dairy alternative products to over 60 countries.