The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow, Kiri, Babybel, Boursin Nurishh, Pom'Potes and GoGo squeeZ, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of 3.74 billion in 2024.

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Job Summary:

The Quality Operations Compliance Supervisors is responsible for working closely with the Operations team to help ensure clear understanding and compliance with all Quality requirements. This position involves supervising and developing Quality Assurance Technicians. The supervisor closely partners with the leaders of the Operations team and operators to assure that Quality compliance is met daily, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high-quality standards.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

Work "on the floor" with the Operations team to ensure compliance with quality, food safety, and sanitation policies, standards, and procedures, and GMP

Supports the continuous improvement of the plant through 5S principles, plus analytical analysis including consolidation, trending, and communicating operations data trends and results

Participates 3rd party food safety and quality audits

Ensures that Quality related procedures are current and adhered to, through internal auditing, proficiency testing, etc.

Responsible for the review, tracking, and filing of all Process Deviations and Food Safety/Quality Incident Reports

Directs and coordinates the daily work activities of the Quality Assurance Compliance Technicians and the Quality Operations Compliance Auditor

Coordinates daily activities within the quality lab including retention and incubation pouch inspection, production record review, periodic lab equipment verifications, microbiological analysis, and sensory analysis

Coordinates plant hygiene programs such as GMP audits, environmental monitoring (microbial and hygiene), and pre-operations inspections

Conducts and supports Audits/inspections of equipment and overall cleanliness

Support the investigation of incidents and root cause analyses

Work with plant leadership to implement corrective action when necessary to eliminate recurrence

Validates that Quality related procedures are adhered to, through internal auditing, proficiency testing, and new operator training validations

Develop, implement, and sustain quality systems to meet SQF guidelines

Backup SQF Practitioner for the site

All other duties as assigned

Key Performance Indicator (KPI):

Tracks and reports Quality KPIs, including but not limited to:

Documentation error rates

Proficiency testing pass rates

Sensory participation

GMP monthly audit results

Position Requirements:

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.

High School Diploma required.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 3 years of quality assurance experience in a food manufacturing environment is required

HACCP and GFSI Certification is preferred.

Leadership/Supervisory experience in a professional work environment is preferred.

SKILLS

Must have a passion for being on the plant floor and interacting with employees at all levels

Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, training, and coaching skills

Must quickly and effectively interpret information in order to reach sound conclusions

Must be able to challenge the status quo in a professional manner

Must have strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to communicate proficiently in English verbally and in writing (including email)

Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office & ERP systems)

Strong attention to detail and ability to conduct audits

PHYSICAL & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able lift up to 40 lbs.

Must be able to work a minimum of 8 hours per day and be on their feet for extended periods of time

Be able to work all shifts (primarily day shift)

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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