Joliet Staffing LLC
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Job Title: Kitchen Quality Assurance Supervisor
Reports to: Kitchen Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Minooka, IL
Salary: $47, 000-$52, 000K+
Benefits: Medical, AD&D, Dental
Job Purpose:
The Kitchen Quality Assurance (QA) Supervisor is an integral part of the Quality Assurance team, responsible for maintaining and supervising QA procedures in food manufacturing operations of Ready-to-Eat Products. This role ensures compliance with food safety standards, oversees quality programs, and acts as the primary contact for regulatory inspections.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Education and Experience:
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Quality Assurance Supervisor
Posted: 12/13/25
2025-11-17
2026-01-12
Industry: Machine Operator
Job Number: 1813204
Pay Rate: 47000.00-52000.00
Job Description
Job Title: Kitchen Quality Assurance Supervisor
Reports to: Kitchen Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Minooka, IL
Salary: $47, 000-$52, 000K+
Benefits: Medical, AD&D, Dental
Job Purpose:
The Kitchen Quality Assurance (QA) Supervisor is an integral part of the Quality Assurance team, responsible for maintaining and supervising QA procedures in food manufacturing operations of Ready-to-Eat Products. This role ensures compliance with food safety standards, oversees quality programs, and acts as the primary contact for regulatory inspections.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supervise the Kitchen QA team during processing to verify GMPs, HACCP, Risk-Based Preventive Controls, Allergen Control, and SSOPs.
- Train associates in kitchen policies, procedures, and responsibilities.
- Ensure compliance with customer vendor requirements for food safety, hygiene, and product specifications throughout the kitchen, and maintain accurate QA documentation.
- Research and update state food code regulations, and manage Public Health Inspection Reports.
- Report to: Kitchen QA Technicians, Sanitation Lead.
- Regular interaction with: Kitchen & Cheese Production Supervisors, National QA Manager, Kitchen/QA General Manager, Cheese General Manager, and R&D Supervisor.
Education and Experience:
- 1-3 years of experience in Food Quality Assurance.
- HACCP certification required;Allergen and GMP training preferred.
- SQF Practitioner, Food Defense Coordinator, PCQI certification a plus.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with Minimum Vendor GMP and Food Safety Requirements.
- Conduct internal audits of kitchen operations and maintain readiness for third-party audits.
- Investigate customer store complaints promptly.
- Serve as the point of contact for regulatory agencies such as FDA, USDA, and local health inspectors.
Education:
- HACCP Certification.
- Food Defense Certification.
- SQF Practitioner.
- College Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred.
Computer Skills:
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word) and WMS systems.
- Familiarity with SAP and WMS/Gold system preferred.
Reasoning Ability:
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and lead a diverse team.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Ability to work in environments with limited headroom (72 inches).
- Work in refrigerated environments with temperatures ranging from 32 F to 36 F.
- Stand for extended periods, occasionally work overtime, evenings, or weekends as needed.
Additional Information:
Please read below:
- Ability to work in a Distribution Center environment with a variety of temperatures
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed
- Days company closed: Christmas and New Years, Thanksgiving they work or work 1/2 day
- During their go-live period (projects) employees can work 10 hours a day
- Vacation Time Blackout period during busy season Company has blackout dates where no one can take vacation October-February
- The schedule usually 1st shift but must have open availability
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