JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best? Non-Union Position Schedule: 40 hours per week, 12PM-8PM, Rotating Weekends, flexible on days off *Hours may flex depending on work week* Location: Lena, Wisconsin POSITION TITLE: Quality Assurance SpecialistREPORTS TO: Quality Assurance SupervisorDEPARTMENT: Quality Assurance ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: * Reviews and files COA\'s for incoming materials. * Assist in shelf life reviews and bloater evaluation program. * Generates COA\'s for outgoing products. * Participate with conducting new-hire and annual Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training & Metal Detector Training. * Assist with audits of quality and production procedures and interacts with personnel to ensure GMP and other standards are met. * Interacts with and assists production personnel with quality issues. * Assists during external audits as needed. (Kosher, Halal, Customer, Regulatory) * Lead the annual review process and revision of Quality Assurance programs in the plant. * Investigate and respond to all plant quality complaints. * Provides support to the environmental monitoring program: environmental, construction, equipment swabbing and communication. * Aid in investigations of out of specification swab results (environmental or equipment) * Perform daily positive release. * Assist in investigating Plant Incident Reports (PIRs) or other plant investigations with cross functional teams related to Quality as needed. * Product hold and release. * Order and maintain inventory of all QA supplies. * Responsible for following up on pest control issues as needed. * Assists with the Orange Tag program as needed. * Perform QA functions within SAP * Perform plant audits as needed (safety, quality) * Maintain document control for all components of the food safety and quality system, and ensure the archive meets GFSI requirements. * Assist in Foss (FT1, FT2, FT3) equipment calibration and fluid comparison * Develops capabilities necessary to serve as backup to the QA Supervisor as needed. * Performs all other duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: * Bachelors Degree in Dairy Science or a related field, or equivalent experience. * Minimum 2 years Quality Assurance experience and/or 3-5 years of dairy experience. * Working knowledge of computer programs (i.e. Excel, Word, Powerpoint,SAP, Ariba etc.) * Lab and/or product testing experience is strongly recommended. * Audit experience is strongly recommended * Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and provide solutions. * Strong math and analytical skills * Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays as needed. * Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with good time management and organizational skills. * Values that align with the Saputo culture: Respect, Teamwork, Openness, Ownership, Commitment, Integrity, Passion. In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that To view the full job description please use the link below. https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjE5MzQ2Ljg3NzBAc2FwdXRvY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20 ***** APPL CATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjE5MzQ2Ljg3NzBAc2FwdXRvY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20