Quality Assurance Lead *2nd shift

Company Description

From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of health. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates.

The Quality Assurance Lead plays will assist in supervision of all quality assurance functions, implementation, development, audit and maintenance of plant’s quality and food safety systems. Also, including HACCP to assure compliance and customer satisfaction by monitoring of quality assurance personnel, training, and maintain order in technical expertise. Provide technical support/resource for quality assurance personnel, production and other plant departments.

Compensation- $24.00 - $26 Hourly 

Job Description

What our Quality Assurance Lead will do:

Quality and Food Safety

Development, implementation and maintenance of all applicable elements of the POM Wonderful Quality and Food Safety systems to assure compliance.

Special Projects

Responsible for leading/assisting in special projects and analyses during the season focusing on Arils process.

HARPC (FSMA)/HACCP

Participate in the PC checks and implementation for FSMA. Responsible for understanding and supporting the sustainment and development of POM Wonderful’s HACCP Food Safety Program. Understand and Monitor CCP’s.

Testing

Overlook testing of water, in-process arils, air monitoring, finished product micro testing, environmental swabbing, preparing & submitting samples to third party testing.

Technical Assistance

Responsible for providing technical assistance to Quality Assurance operations, calibrations of equipment, ordering supplies and aid in achieving product quality.

Recordkeeping

Responsible for assisting in maintaining processing records that will allow for product, packaging, and ingredient holds and review of documents for product release. Review manufacturing process records to assure that customer and regulatory requirements are met. Review, create and maintain daily production files which include all production processing and quality paperwork.

Qualifications

Skills & experience that are necessary as our Quality Assurance Lead will include, but not limited to:

• Familiarity with state specific food safety laws and the biology of micro-organisms.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations based upon research outcomes.
• A logical thinker with an enquiring mind, and knowledge in biological sciences.
• Ability to see the plan with business perspectives, and work hands on to complete given tasks.
• Promote communication, involve staff and employees, support staff, communicate objectives and develop employee potential. Lead problem-solving efforts through team meetings and on-the-floor leadership to effectively influence positive change and continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to provide guidance and assistance to all levels of employees, with professional communication skills, directing personnel on duties and assignments.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently, performing efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to scheduling and environments.
• Demonstrated problem solving and conflict management skills.
• Ability to perform analysis and communicate results effectively.
• Computer-literate, intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Deve