Quality Team Lead

Shift: 8:00 AM-various end timesHourly Rate: $32.25 an hourPosition SummaryAssists in the management of food safety & quality assurance activities such as SQF programs, quality training, and reporting. Leads daily laboratory activities and collaborates with production to identify, solve and prevent problems affecting quality and food safety. Collaborates with all departments to improve quality and food safety processes and leads cross-functional teams in continuous improvement projects. Involved in all aspects of Quality and Food Safety including but not limited to audits, GMP training, purchasing supplies, customer complaints, implementing policies & procedures and equipment installation or repair.Position ResponsibilitiesResponsible for Food Safety & Quality.Daily leadership of laboratory personnel (Quality Technicians) including scheduling, directing work instruction, training, holding employees accountable, performance and development needs, and other tasks as necessary.Maintain all laboratory equipment; calibrations, repairs, equipment up-keep.Initiate and lead continuous improvement projects around quality and food safety.Owner of quality training documents and training program for quality lab.Maintain and create SQF related documents as necessary. Be able to communicate changes and train to modifications or new documents for entire facility.Collaborate and assist other plant team leads in daily tasks, product troubleshooting, team projects, and other tasks as necessary.Lead quality pillar team and/or workstreamsPrimary contact for customer rejects; collaborate with QA Manager on root cause findings and corrective actions.Provide timely responses to customersLead root cause analysis sessions for customer complaints and other areas as neededManage resolutions of customer complaints; corrective actions through completion Evaluate and disposition for customer returnsManage customer database for the facilityOwner of Infinity QS for the entire facility including development, training, troubleshooting, and up-keep.Decision making for the plant on daily tasks, quality issues, customer and supplier issues, and other items as needed.Lead UPS (Root Cause Analysis) process for quality issues.Perform audits for the facility for safety, quality and food safety.SAP lead for quality department; including, but not limited, to point person for helpdesk ticket support, material master data confirmationOwner of Material Hold process; place product on hold, release or disposition as needed.Must be willing and able to work in a culture built around continuous improvement and change.Provide back-up support for Quality Manager & Quality TechniciansOpen and willing for succession into Quality manager roleAct as a mentor to upskill and train new and developing employees.Other additional tasks as needed by the organization.EducationQualifications/ Education/Experience/Skills:High School Diploma or GED requiredBS degree in Packaging or Quality Engineering, or related field or related experience preferredExperience1-2 Years supervisory or leadership experience required3 to 5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance preferredSkills And AbilitiesLead cross-functional teamsLead continuous improvement activitiesLead daily activities in the laboratoryAbility to make decisions and execute themKnowledge of quality and food safety programs and processes, SQF and HACCP certified preferredAbility to train and mentor othersAbility to troubleshoot, manage corrective actions through completion, and communicate follow-up to entire facilityAbility to self-motivateExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to multi-task and set priorities within the departmentStrong organizational skills and ability to organize and follow through on projects and tasksProficient in Microsoft Office, Infinity QS, SharePoint, and SAPThorough knowledge of all SQF programs, especially Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)Anticipated Close Date: July 31, 2026Location: Maple Grove, MinnesotaOur BenefitsWe care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insuranceWealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase planGrowth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaborationBalance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunitiesOur CompanyAt Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.