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Lactalis American Group Inc. Quality Assurance Lab Supervisor - 3rd Shift in Casa Grande, Arizona
Quality Assurance Lab Supervisor - 3rd Shift
Casa Grande, AZ (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1285+W.+Gila+Bend+Highway+Casa+Grande+AZ+USA+85193)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Lactalis US Yogurt is currently seeking candidates to join our Quality Team.
Lactalis Group, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. At Lactalis, our core values ofAMBITION,ENGAGEMENT, andSIMPLICITYare at the heart of everything we do.
If you’re looking for a unique experience with a company that offers strong brands, professional expertise, and a dynamic work environment that champions entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on responsibility, and real opportunity for career development, we want to hear from you!
At Lactalis US Yogurt, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us yourSTORY, yourPASSION, and yourEXPERTISE! You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.
From your PASSION to ours
The Quality Assurance Lab Supervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of dairy products within our yogurt manufacturing facility. This position involves overseeing the operations of the quality assurance laboratory, managing a team of lab technicians and facility custodians, and implementing quality control processes to meet regulatory standards and customer requirements.
From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key responsibilities for this position include:
Lead and supervise a team of lab technicians and custodians, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
Ensure adherence to safety protocols and laboratory procedures.
Develop and implement quality control procedures for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
Conduct regular inspections and testing to verify product specifications and standards.
Investigate and resolve quality issues, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
Stay updated on relevant food safety regulations and industry standards.
Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and other regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate records and documentation to support regulatory audits.
Manage inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels while working within the department’s inventory budget.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
Coordinate with other departments to prioritize testing needs and support production schedules.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in quality control procedures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and quality enhancements.
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action planning for quality incidents.
Provide ongoing training to lab staff on quality assurance protocols, testing methods, and safety procedures.
Foster a culture of quality and accountability within the laboratory team.
From your STORY to ours
Qualified applicants will contribute the following:
Bachelor’s degree in food science, microbiology, chemistry, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Previous experience in a quality assurance role within the diary manufacturing industry.
Strong understanding of food safety regulations and HACCP principles.
Proficiency in laboratory testing methods and instrumentation.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Detailed-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and precision.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Quality Management Systems.
Certification in food safety (e.g., SQF, HACCP) a plus.
Regularly lift 10 lbs. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
Manufacturing environment with regular exposure to moving mechanical equipment.
3rd shift hours are Monday – Friday: 10pm – 6:30am
Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.