Quality Assurance Analyst, Sr. - Healthcare jobs in Everett, WA

SmartHire is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager for a pet supply company based out of Arlington, WA. The QA Manager oversees the day-to-day functions of Quality Department. This position will provide leadership to ensure an efficient and compliant quality team of 5 people. Must have over 3 years in quality specifically in food and supervisory/management experience.

This is a Direct Hire position paying between $60k - $70k DOE.

Benefits includes comprehensive medical and dental coverage, Pet Insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, 401(K) Retirement Plan with matching company contribution, and employee discounts on products.

Shift: Days M-F – 8-5 some flexibility

JOB DESCRIPTION

· Implement and manage all necessary food safety programs as required by company policy and applicable regulations.

· Manage company product quality program to maintain product consistency throughout the product cycle.

· Manage department staff, acting as coach and mentor and ensuring employee loyalty and retention.

· Keep the lab log updated. Prepare and send samples to third party lab when needed.

· Prepare sales sample orders.

· Perform monthly facility audits.

· Assist reviewing and updating QA programs.

· Prepare, review, and update QA SOPs.

· Train employees on GMP, HACCP, food defense, sanitation, etc.

· Assist preparing drying cycles in conjunction with production team.

· Review and sign HACCP logs, traceability forms, SSOPs logs, and QA Associates paperwork at regular intervals.

· Communicate and interface with production, sales and customer service on all quality issues.

· Assist in the Company’s annual training programs.

· Assist R&D Director on delegated tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS

· 3 years of food quality

· 3 years of managing a team

· Bachelors in relevant a plus

· Knowledge of sanitation, CGMP, personal hygiene, allergen control, recall and traceability, and SSOP’s.

· HACCP certification preferred

· Managerial experience and capability required.

· Strong mentoring skills.

· Excellent verbal and written communication to all levels of organization.

· Ability to align duties and daily execution to established company goals.

· Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

· Strong proficiency in MS Office applications including excel

· Team-focused mentality.

SmartTalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• food quality: 3 years (Preferred)
• Leadership: 3 years (Preferred)
• HACCP: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Arlington, WA (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Arlington, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person