Quality & Food Safety Supervisor
Company: Bunge North America
Location: Kearny
Posted on: April 20, 2024
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Job Description:
Supervise and coordinate the Quality Assurance department in
support of and alongside the sites Quality Manager, specifically
the laboratory and food/feed safety program. The position is
responsible for plant food and feed safety, regulatory compliance,
product recall, and related functions. Main
Accountabilities:Monitors and controls product quality both of
finished product and of process materials.Maintains and monitors
all quality systems, procedures, and policies and oversees the
activities of the quality department and its personnel. Maintain
compliance with regulatory requirements and customer audits
including FDA, CFIA, SQF, GMP Plus and others as they arise and act
as one of the locations Food Safety coordinators. Authorized to
release product, issue certificate of analysis, initiate recall
procedures, and recommend corrective actions.Perform all duties
safely, display safety leadership, cultivate a zero incident safety
culture, and comply with all government and corporate safety
requirements.Manage the QA and laboratory functions safely and
within the manpower and budget resources provided, and within Bunge
corporate policies and guidelines and collective agreement limits.
This includes training needs, safety and housekeeping standards,
and personnel expectations. Coordinate and maintain the facility
Quality Management System, including the Food and Feed Safety
Program. Administers the quality control policies and maintains
quality control standards and procedures for the location.
Supervises and/or performs laboratory tests, present test results,
write reports, and maintain laboratory equipment, services, and
supplies to support production and customer requirements. Must be
proactive and be able to demonstrate sound problem solving skills,
have experience with analytical instruments (GC, NIR, FTNIR,
Spectrophotometer), Microbiological sampling and testing, and good
knowledgeable of laboratory procedures and practices in edible oil
crushing and refining or manufacturing environment.Plan, organize,
and work under minimum supervision, provide analytical and
troubleshooting assistance to the operations department, highlight
deviations, collaborate and communicate effectively with various
departments and managers, establish effective and open
interpersonal relations, and perform related duties as
required.Identify and address operational and procedural
improvement opportunities through evaluation of laboratory data,
organizing and reporting such data, and recommending action to be
taken by area managers. Contribute to the identification and
development of capital and expense projects, and when applicable,
complete assigned projects, capital and expense, within budget and
on schedule.Manage and maintain the physical assets of the
laboratory in good working condition to allow efficient operations,
compliance with regulatory and corporate policies, and promote
workplace quality. Participate in the budgeting process for the
laboratory area.Education/Experience:Graduate of a recognized
University ideally or College in chemistry/biology related field
with laboratory, QA, and plant experience at hiring Managers
discretion. Good supervisory skills for laboratory technicians and
other hourly personnel. Preferable minimum 3 to 5 years QA and
Laboratory experienceExcellent verbal, written and listening
communication skills and team orientation. Ability to interact with
all levels of staff and managementGood understanding of organic,
inorganic, and analytical chemistry.Operate analytical instruments
including minor troubleshooting.Ability to reference industry
standards, develop methodology, and adapt them to company
requirements.Ability to plan experiments and studies, gather and
analyze data, and write reports.Operate effectively within
conflicting time restraints and prioritize jobs.Strong knowledge of
SAP and MS Office including Word, Excel and Power Point. Ability to
work extended hours, weekends and holidays as required.Unrestricted
cross boarder mobility.Bunge (NYSE: BG) is a world leader in
sourcing, processing and supplying oilseed and grain products and
ingredients. Founded in 1818, Bunge s expansive network feeds and
fuels a growing world, creating sustainable products and
opportunities for more than 70,000 farmers and the consumers they
serve across the globe. The company is headquartered in St. Louis,
Missouri and has 25,000 employees worldwide who stand behind more
than 350 port terminals, oilseed processing plants, grain
facilities, and food and ingredient production and packaging
facilities around the world.Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national
origin, citizenship, age, disability or military or veteran status,
or any other legally protected status. Bunge is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
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