Location: Chaska, MN
Company: Lifecore Biomedical
role available. This individual will lead the quality activities for assigned commercial medical device or medical product lines and/or quality system processes to ensure finished product meets quality standards and client expectations. They will lead complex investigations, projects, improvement opportunities, and support production for commercial and clinical products.
This is a hybrid role, with the option to work in the office or remotely depending on your day's schedule. In this critical role you will: Lead a team supporting a group of product lines or tasks Support and define process improvement initiatives and monitoring Review process data trends to proactively identify potential
quality problems, investigate rout cause, and implement effective corrective actions Define, review, and approve documents related to batch disposition Finished product batch record disposition Use quality engineering concepts to monitor, support, and critically review additions, changes or issues to raw materials, product lines and/or critical processes Provide knowledge leadership and technical expertise for investigations, manufacturing processes, and inspection requirements This position could be a great fit for you if you have a passion for problem solving, and the following: BS in Engineering or Life Sciences 5-8 years' experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Engineering in an FDA regulated
industry Background in biology and/or chemistry production processes a strong plus!
Lifecore is a growing company and offers a highly competitive total rewards package, including: Opportunities to learn and grow with a well-respected company Competitive compensation with annual reviews and a company-wide incentive bonus Benefits that start the first of the month after you join Lifecore as a full time employee: 3 medical insurance plans to fit your needs and budget including an HSA Plan with a generous company contribution Low cost dental and vision insurance Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance all 100% company paid 3 weeks of PTO in the first year (increases to 4 weeks after just 2 years!
) 9 paid company holidays (plus your birthday! ) 4 weeks of paid family leave after 1 year of employment Tuition reimbursement 401k plan with company matching contribution Meet Lifecore Biomedical, LLC: For more than 30 years, we've made progress possible for patients around the world and for our employees here in Minnesota. As the global leader in manufacturing and supplying sodium hyaluronate (Na Hy), more than 90 million patients have benefitted from our certified medical grade Na Hy. We are guided by an unwavering commitment to improving people's lives, including those who work at Lifecore.
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Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products or services meet certain standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Individuals in QA roles are responsible for planning and implementing inspection processes, conducting tests, and analyzing the results to detect defects. They work to prevent errors and improve the overall quality of the final output. Key characteristics of QA jobs include attention to detail, a systematic approach to problem-solving, and a strong understanding of industry-specific regulations and quality standards. These professionals play a critical role in customer satisfaction and maintaining the reputation of a brand or company.
mayonnaises, and other food solutions that exceed peoples’ expectations for great-tasting flavors and high-quality ingredients. Headquartered in Brea, California, Ventura Foods operates 14 manufacturing facilities, 3 culinary centers, and numerous distribution centers across North America.
When you work in our manufacturing and distribution facilities, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth, because you invest in ours. Position Summary: Under direct supervision,
perform a variety of routine laboratory tests or other laboratory work to help provide top quality and safe products that meet customer requirements and specifications.
Assist plant operations personnel with quality and processing questions. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Under direct supervision, perform a variety of routine laboratory tests or other laboratory work to help provide top quality and safe products that meet customer requirements and specifications. Assist plant operations personnel with quality and processing questions. Education and Experience: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience 1 year of experience Manufacturing lab environment experience preferred Knowledge
and Skills: Chemistry training Good math, problem solving, and organizational skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to work with minimum supervision and be a self-starter Excellent teamwork and good interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact well with others at all levels Physical Demands: Regularly requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
Physical strength and dexterity sufficient to perform the required task(s). Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Additional demands may be required. Work Environment: In addition to normal business hours, work schedules may include after hours and weekends as needed.
May work outside and in adverse temperatures which include extreme hot, cold, and humidity. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. Must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by established Company Safety standards. May require work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet for prolonged periods of time. Diversity & Inclusion: Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.
We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace. Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
