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Plant Quality Assurance Supervisor

McKee Foods Corporation
medical insurance, life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Tennessee, Collegedale
10260 McKee Road (Show on map)
Aug 21, 2025
Plant Quality Assurance Supervisor Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work. Pay Grade Salaried grade 6 $67,500 - $76,200, depending on experience and qualifications Plus 4% shift premium for 2nd shift Actual salaries may vary and in some cases may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance Schedule 2nd Shift, Sunday-Thursday, 2:30PM to 10:30PM On-site Location 10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315 Job Summary McKee Foods is seeking a Plant Quality Assurance Supervisor to join the Collegedale, QA department. As a QA Technical Services Supervisor, you will lead the Technical Services team in ensuring food safety, FDA compliance, and product quality specifications. You'll supervise a team and play a crucial role in maintaining our commitment to delivering top-quality products. Your responsibilities will include managing food safety, quality, and performance, coordinating investigations, and providing technical support to enhance our operation. Responsibilities Lead, coordinate, and evaluate the Technical Services team to meet performance and compliance goals Provide training and development to direct reports in food safety, quality, sanitation, safety, and performance Ensure compliance with food safety, FDA regulations, and company quality standards through audits, reviews, and customer feedback Lead investigations of product safety/quality issues, safety hazards, accidents, and near misses; implement corrective and preventive actions Oversee product testing, sampling programs, and lab operations to ensure accurate, timely results Maintain and update SOPs in Ideagen; assist with Food Safety Plan updates and continuous improvements Conduct internal audits against quality system standards and serve as a subject matter expert in traceability exercises Review consumer complaint data to identify trends and drive corrective actions Manage compliance programs for metal detection, microbiology, and analytical testing Provide technical support for manufacturing and collaborate with R&D and customers on new product development Safeguard products and operations by adhering to company policies, procedures, and access controls Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree with one year of related experience (can include internships) or equivalent combination of education/experience (2 years of experience = 1 year of education) Strong planning, organizational, and leadership skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interpret technical documents Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and customer service skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment High integrity, initiative, and commitment to company values and quality standards Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related systems Willingness to learn, adapt to change, and collaborate with R&D Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally Math proficiency (fractions, percentages, basic algebra) Preferred Qualifications Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field PCQI Certification Internal Auditor certification Experience with PHRS, OPM, WMS, or similar systems Prior Technical Services or Quality Assurance experience Benefits Competitive weekly pay Profit-sharing cash bonus program 401(k) with matching contributions 25 days Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.) Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan Supplemental plans, including life insurance Fully-paid parental leave Health Center and Pharmacy Tuition reimbursement Credit Union Exercise and recreation facility Wellness programs with incentives Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short-term and long-term disability benefits (company-paid) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer