Quality Assurance Manager | Chanhassen, MN

Quality Assurance (QA) jobs entail roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards and customer expectations. People in QA positions are responsible for designing testing processes, creating test plans, identifying defects, and preventing defects by examining the production process. They aim to enhance product reliability and actively work to maintain quality consistency. QA roles often require keen attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an understanding of both product specifications and customer needs. QA is an integral part of product development and maintenance, bridging the gap between the manufacturing processes and the end users to ensure a satisfactory experience.

Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products, services, or software meet established standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Professionals in QA roles are responsible for identifying defects, implementing test strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Key features of QA jobs include attention to detail, a systematic approach to problem-solving, and a focus on continuous improvement. QA specialists work to prevent errors and enhance customer satisfaction by aiming for zero defects and delivering reliable performance.

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.

kit and stage raw materials, as well as working with the Quality Department's raw material coordinator, supervisors, and managers to support and implement the production plan. Responsibilities Provide quality assurance support for raw materials, in-process mixes, and finished product as assigned.

Use SAP to manage syrup batching and kitting, track quality issues and take action, and support traceability Initiate and confirm orders of materials Track information in SAP consistently and accurately Identify damaged products or products to hold Documentation verification and enforcement regarding Food Safety, Quality, and General Manufacturing Practices requirements Order and manage

lab supplies inventory Supervise daily Quality Lab operations by creating and managing staffing/personnel scheduling, conducting daily pre-shift meetings, training Quality lab technicians, overseeing daily sanitation checklist, and other leadership responsibilities Coordination with other departments on daily operational needs All other tasks assigned by manager and supervisors Qualifications High school diploma Bachelor of Science Degree in a science related field is preferred Experience with SAP or other resource planning software Experience with people management in a technical environment Experience in Manufacturing, Warehouse, or Operations Preferred Previous experience within the

quality control department of a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferably food/beverages/consumer packaged goods.

Good verbal and written communication skills Skills in organizing, planning, and prioritizing work Troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities Knowledge of general regulatory & safety processes and procedures Ability to work flexible schedules (nights/weekends)Compensation and Benefits: The expected compensation range for this position is between $50,400 - $75,550 based on a full-time schedule. Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.

In addition to salary, Pepsi Co offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Pepsi Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / interactionual Orientation / Gender Identity If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View Pepsi Co EEO Policy. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement