Quality Assurance Specialist jobs in Tennessee

Quality Assurance Specialist implements company and regulatory quality standards for product manufacturing. Knowledgeable of industry and governmental quality regulations. Being a Quality Assurance Specialist audits and reviews quality data according to existing procedures. Documents results in required format. Additionally, Quality Assurance Specialist requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Quality Assurance Specialist work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Quality Assurance Specialist typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Lead Specialist, Quality Assurance
  • The J.M. Smucker Company
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • Your Opportunity as Lead Specialist, Quality Assurance

    Work with the Quality Assurance Manager to manage the Quality systems and develop strategic plans while integrating quality concepts and processes into other plant functions. Openly interact with other quality site leaders, operations, and technical organizations as part of the day-to-day work. This opportunity is for a high energy, self-starting, and capable leader with a manufacturing/quality background.

    Location: Memphis, TN

    Work Arrangements: Onsite

    In this role you will:

    • Understand and support Safety Program policies and performs work related activities in a safe manner. Recognizes unsafe work conditions and suggests new safety standards, as appropriate.
    • Responsible for developing and leading QA systems and initiatives for the manufacturing of consumer foods, which comply with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
    • Complies and understands FDA and company policies for food safety and quality.
    • Works to ensure quality products and services are delivered defect free to every customer and consumer.
    • Leads potential foreign material investigations and drives foreign material outages to root cause. Responsible for identifying corrective and preventive actions from root causes.
    • Trains all full-time and temporary employees in the areas of Food Safety, GMP's, BRC, Allergens, Pest Control, Quality Risk Assessment, Proficy, Food Defense and Sanitation.
    • Builds organization capability through Quality Pillar methodologies and ensuring QA system health through QA Key Element and SPC work.
    • Leads development of the Quality Pillar integration into the whole plant. Leads development of the plant quality loss elimination process and overall continuous improvement programs in the organization, as well as is an active member of the site Quality Pillar Team.
    • Builds the business by increasing through-put, driving out losses/inefficiencies, increasing organizational capability and mastery while achieving long term plant objectives and goals.

    The Right Place for You

    We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our , and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

    What we are looking for:

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Bachelor's degree of science - Engineering, Food Science and Technology, or Food Microbiology is preferred.
    • Minimum 3-5 years manufacturing experience.
    • Previous experience using problem solving tools, define a problem statement, identify root cause, and develop/implement systemic corrective actions.
    • Root cause analysis and statistical driven analysis.
    • Willing to work flexible hours (weekends, off shifts), as needed.
    • Strong Leadership Skills. Must be able to direct the efforts of a team, including engaging team members and enabling the team's success.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint
    • Understanding and previous experience of Prodika, SharePoint, and other data base management systems is desired.
    • An understanding of Food Safety, Food Defense, PCQI Principles, Quality management systems, BRC/SQF auditing, or other 3rd party auditing schemes.
    • Proven people/organizational development skills
    • Has the ability to work effectively given basic coaching and guidance. Has the ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
    • Willing to collaborate effectively with individuals and teams across the organization.
    • Proven ability to define a problem statement, identify root cause, and develop/implement systemic corrective actions.
    • Has ability to prioritize work based on impact to the business and communicate priorities effectively to leadership and to peers.
    • Has the high potential and willingness to grow into plant leadership roles in the future.


    The J. M. Smucker Company (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

     

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QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (TITLE 32)
  • Army National Guard Units
  • Nashville, TN FULL_TIME
  • THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), Position Description Number NGD1065000 and is part of the TN...
  • 10 Days Ago

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QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (TITLE 32)
  • Air National Guard Units
  • Knoxville, TN FULL_TIME
  • THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), Position Description Number NGD1818000 and is part of the TN...
  • 12 Days Ago

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QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST - CUSTODIAL/HOUSEKEEPING
  • Compass Group
  • Chattanooga, TN FULL_TIME
  • SSC Salary:Other Forms of Compensation:Pay Grade:11SSC Services for Educationis known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By u...
  • 13 Days Ago

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QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST - CUSTODIAL/HOUSEKEEPING
  • Compass Group Careers
  • Chattanooga, TN FULL_TIME
  • SSC Salary: Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 11 SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset....
  • 15 Days Ago

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Quality Assurance Specialist- Night Shift
  • Berry Global, Inc
  • JACKSON, TN FULL_TIME
  • Overview About BerryAt Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY), we create innovative packaging and engineered products that we believe make life better for people and the planet. We do this every day by...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Quality Assurance Specialist
  • RIVANNA
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • RIVANNA is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate w...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Assurance Specialist
  • SAPA Transmission
  • Utica, MI
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Assurance Specialist who is well...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Assurance Specialist
  • Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney At Law
  • River Edge, NJ
  • Job Description Job Description Job Title: Quality Assurance Specialist – Pre-Litigation, NJ Overview: We are Brandon J....
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Assurance Specialist
  • FIVE ACRES - THE BOYS' AND GIRLS' AID SOCIETY OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
  • Altadena, CA
  • Summary: Conducts internal audits, trainings, and provides support to ensure program activities comply with contracts, a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Assurance Specialist
  • Genpact
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • With a startup spirit and 115,000+ curious and courageous minds, we have the expertise to go deep with the world’s bigge...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Assurance Specialist
  • Medasource
  • San Diego, CA
  • Position: Quality Assurance Specialist- Research Location: San Diego, CA Duration: 1 Year Contract (potential to hire) J...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Assurance Specialist
  • Archetype Permanent Solutions
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Job Summary: A Quality Assurance Specialist in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring that products meet...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Quality Assurance Specialist
  • Plastimold Products Inc
  • Delray Beach, FL
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team in the ma...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tennessee borders eight other states: Kentucky and Virginia to the north; North Carolina to the east; Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi on the south; Arkansas and Missouri on the Mississippi River to the west. Tennessee is tied with Missouri as the state bordering the most other states. The state is trisected by the Tennessee River. The highest point in the state is Clingmans Dome at 6,643 feet (2,025 m). Clingmans Dome, which lies on Tennessee's eastern border, is the highest point on the Appalachian Trail, and is the third highest peak in the United States east of the Mississippi River. The ...
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Income Estimation for Quality Assurance Specialist jobs
$56,367 to $71,360

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