Quality Assurance/ R&D Supervisor

Description

Multi-Flow Industries is an 80-year-old company specializing in the Manufacturing and Distribution of a whole line of Beverages used in the Food Service Industry. The categories include juices, Energy Drinks, Carbonated Beverages, Specialty Water, Thickened Waters, and Liquid Roast Coffee. In addition to manufacturing beverages, the company also supplies dispensing equipment and the technical service needed to maintain that equipment. 

Job Description:

A Quality Assurance/R&D Supervisor is needed to perform a wide range of duties from compliance, department administration, process improvement leadership, and overseeing the quality of Production and Product Development. This position will also require you to be part of the SQF and HACCP Teams. 

Requirements

 Essential Job duties and responsibilities include:

• Provide strong leadership to a small team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Set clear expectations, provide guidance and support, and empower team members to achieve their goals.
• Lead initiatives to improve manufacturing processes, product quality, and efficiency. Implement best practices and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance overall operations and reduce waste.
• Oversee the quality control process for both production and product development. This involves conducting regular inspections, audits, and tests to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Actively participate in SQF and HACCP teams, contributing expertise and insights to ensure the company's food safety and quality objectives are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address any issues or concerns related to food safety and quality.
• Execute additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a similar discipline. Other degrees will be considered based on the candidate's demonstrated knowledge and job experience related to food safety compliance programs.
• 5 to 7 years of related experience within a regulated food facility and/or distribution environment with at least two years of direct Supervisor experience related to food safety compliance.
• Relevant experience with GFSI standards and domestic food safety systems including but not limited to FSMA.
• Relevant certifications; HACCP, SQF Practitioner, Internal Auditor, Preventive Controls of Human FoodAble to lead a small team with a focus on Leadership and Process Improvement.
• Food Safety: 3 to 5 years preferred.
• SQF Practitioner and SQF Audit

Company Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits
• Group Life Insurance, Short term/Long term disability
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401K match

Work Conditions:

• Required to sit, stand, walk up and down stairs.
• Lift occasionally up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance
• Fluent in English

If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for quality and innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Multi-Flow!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.