Quality Supervisor - 1440 Foods Manufacturing

1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company on a mission to help energize people to unleash their potential with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands: Pure Protein® nutrition bars; and Body Fortress® high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx® high-performance meal replacements. Join our fun, fast-paced company to be a part of growing 1440 Foods into the future!

Position Overview:

As a Quality Supervisor, you will oversee and ensure the quality of our products and processes. You will lead a team of Quality Inspectors and Technicians, enforce quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your role is pivotal in maintaining product excellence and compliance with industry regulations.


Job Responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor a team of Quality Inspectors and Technicians. Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure team effectiveness and adherence to quality standards.

Quality Assurance: Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance policies and procedures. Ensure that products and processes comply with company standards, industry regulations, and customer requirements.

Inspection and Testing: Oversee the inspection and testing of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products. Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of inspection results.

Problem-Solving: Identify and analyze quality issues, root causes, and develop corrective and preventive actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address and resolve quality concerns.

Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, operational efficiency, and process effectiveness. Implement best practices and industry standards.

Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality records, including inspection reports, non-conformance reports, and corrective action plans. Ensure proper documentation and traceability of quality issues.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations. Stay updated on industry trends, standards, and best practices.

Training: Conduct training sessions for employees on quality procedures, standards, and best practices. Promote a quality-focused culture within the organization.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Proficient in quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with quality inspection tools and software (e.g., statistical analysis software, ERP systems).

Education & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Quality Assurance, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ CQE) are a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a quality assurance role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory position. Experience in food production is preferred.

Work Environment:

Exposure to both the office setting and food manufacturing facility.

• Significant amount of time working at a computer station
• Occasional visits to various areas of the manufacturing floor
  • Must wear required PPE while in all manufacturing areas.
  • Moving parts and machinery are present in the plant.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, standing, or walking.
• Occasional ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to physically perform functions of repetitive motion, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, and climbing.
• Noise levels will vary, higher noise levels exist while in the plant operations areas.