Quality Assurance Specialist | Pittsburg, KS

Quality Assurance (QA) Jobs encompass roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards of quality, reliability, and performance. These positions typically involve identifying defects, designing test procedures, conducting tests, and making improvements. Key characteristics of QA jobs include attention to detail, a strong understanding of quality metrics, the ability to analyze data, and problem-solving skills. Individuals in QA roles work closely with development teams and are critical in maintaining customer satisfaction by preventing errors and enhancing the user experience.

daily task in evaluating ingredients and backs food-safety and quality characteristics in finished products. Location: Topeka, KS Work Arrangements: onsite, 100% In this role you will: Partner with Quality Manager in developing and delivering on the site's Quality Pillar Master Plan Lead personnel responsible for product formulations, supplier compliance, quality systems software, and lab equipment maintenance and calibrations Drive accountability in team performance based on safety, quality, reliability, cost and sanitation standards Be the lead technical resource for quality teams across the site and support skill building through Smucker Quality Management Systems (SQMS) and High-Performance

Organization (HPO) design principles Support the technical services group by communicating ingredient substitutions, process modifications and in-plant test observations and evaluations Address quality concerns and lead root cause analysis to drive towards a zero-loss and continuous improvement culture Maintain key quality records in compliance with regulator 3rd party agencies Review documentation of process critical control points to ensure that legal standards are being met and that substandard product is contained Maintain open communication with the production team to ensure integrity of raw materials and finished product.

Conduct applicable process/system audits (on-line and in

reports) to ensure that the individual unit operations are in conformance with the site quality procedures Investigate and report customer and vendor complaints Manage hold inventories and their reconciliation among various inventory systems Participate in finished product holds and sample collection Recommend and implement quality and laboratory training topics to improve technicians skills and/or manufacturing processes 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 Basic Beliefs , 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 in Science, Engineering or a related field3+ years of manufacturing operational experience Experience managing teams in a high-performance work environment Understand basic concepts of chemistry and microbiology Ability to effectively trouble-shoot and make proactive decisions Ability to work a flexible schedule (support site through key issues as needed)Additional skills and experiences that we think would make someone successful in this role: Experience in food processing and/or manufacturing Learn More About Working at Smucker Our Total Rewards Benefits Program Our Thriving Together Philosophy Supporting All Impacted by Our Business Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Follow us on Linked In #LI-KK1#INDSA

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. •Formulates and maintains quality control objectives complementary to corporate policies and goals. •Interprets quality control philosophy to key personnel in organization. •Coordinates objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other plant managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs.

•Provides inspection activity for product throughout production cycle. •Applies total quality management tools and approaches to analytical and reporting processes within each department. •Directs workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials,

facilities, and products. •Designs and implements quality control training programs to key personnel in conjunction with managers. •Investigates and corrects customer concerns regarding quality.

Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises employees in the Quality Control Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Qualifications •Problem Solving/Research & Analysis. •Attention to detail.

•Strategic Thinking. •Results Driven. •Leadership. •Customer Focus. •Technical Capacity.

•Communication Proficiency. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree (B. A. ) from four-year college or university and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement Champion Home Builders is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, interactionual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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all company and customer guidelines are being upheld Reports to Site Manager / Site Supervisor Responsibilities Client relationship & Business development Establishing and maintaining relationships with customers and site personnel Daily communications with various stakeholders at the site level Operations Set up and supervise missions Staffing of missions Training and validate inspectors Coordinate changes in missions Isolate, tag and verify nonconforming material Conduct ongoing audits of effectiveness of work being performed Perform visual, mechanical, and functional verifications to ensure compliance to quality standards and specifications Make independent judgments for subjective scenarios.

Work as an inspector when required Demonstrates commitment to reduce the risk of workplace accidents Must comply with local and company Health & Safety legislation, laws, and policies Organization & management Ensures all site personnel receive corporate communications Partner with Human Resources for performance and attendance issue resolution Act as a liaison between Site Manager and inspectors Ensure all inspector time is entered , monitored and approved Create and maintain a 5S working environment Technical Update daily system entries in company and customer portals Create and maintain customer and company reports Utilize company web portals to record required audits and documentation Troubleshoot

and problem solve with the supplier and customer for issues pertaining to process flow, new criteria, spikes/spills Create electronic work instructions and have the ability to navigate company and customer websites and portals Other Any other duties as assigned Knowledge, skills, abilities Hard Skills Proficiency in English Computer skills Microsoft Office (basic Microsoft Excel proficiency) and Outlook Proficient in the use of various gauges and measuring devices Ability to lift / move 50 lbs.

Values and Attitude Global team spirit Team player Caring for people Open-minded Excellence Reactive Resilient to pressure Rigorous Customer focus Client oriented Reliable & trustworthy Flexible Initiative Autonomous Innovative Daring Work experience 1+ years of work experience in a supervisory role preferred 1+ year in Quality related position preferred Education background High School Diploma or Equivalent About TRIGO Global Quality Solutions Founded in 1997, TRIGO is a multinational company providing operational Quality Management solutions for the manufacturing sector, especially in the automotive and aerospace industries.

With a team of more than ten thousand professionals present in 20+ countries across 4 continents, TRIGO offers a comprehensive portfolio of Quality Assurance services ranging from inspection to expert auditing, consulting and training.

The unrivaled expertise, industrial mindset and extensive global footprint that TRIGO has built up over the last 3 decades has made TRIGO the leading quality solutions provider using the latest innovative and reliable digital systems and standard processes, delivering results in the most demanding industries. TRIGO has recently started to expand its clientele by offering quality services to the medical, chemical and food industries. TRIGO Global Quality Solutions is committed to the core values of equal employment opportunity.

We are committed to treating people fairly, and with respect and dignity. We offer employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance, free from discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, ethnic origin, color, citizenship, creed, interaction, interactionual orientation, age, marital status, family status, and disability. TRIGO Global Quality Solutions appreciates receiving all expression of interest; however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Job Posted by Applicant Pro