Plant Quality Assurance Supervisor – 3rd Shift

This position has been previously posted, if you have already applied, you do not need to reapply.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 GradeSalaried grade 6$67,500 – $76,200, depending on experience and qualificationsPlus 8% shift premium for 3rd shiftActual salaries may vary and in some cases may be higher with extensive experience and strong performanceSchedule3rd Shift, (Sunday - Thursday 10:30 p.m. – 6:30 a.m.)On-siteLocation10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315Job SummaryMcKee 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.ResponsibilitiesLead, coordinate, and evaluate the Technical Services team to meet performance and compliance goalsProvide training and development to direct reports in food safety, quality, sanitation, safety, and performanceEnsure compliance with food safety, FDA regulations, and company quality standards through audits, reviews, and customer feedbackLead investigations of product safety/quality issues, safety hazards, accidents, and near misses; implement corrective and preventive actionsOversee product testing, sampling programs, and lab operations to ensure accurate, timely resultsMaintain and update SOPs in Ideagen; assist with Food Safety Plan updates and continuous improvementsConduct internal audits against quality system standards and serve as a subject matter expert in traceability exercisesReview consumer complaint data to identify trends and drive corrective actionsManage compliance programs for metal detection, microbiology, and analytical testingProvide technical support for manufacturing and collaborate with R&D and customers on new product developmentSafeguard products and operations by adhering to company policies, procedures, and access controlsRequired QualificationsBachelor’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 skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interpret technical documentsStrong decision-making, problem-solving, and customer service skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environmentHigh integrity, initiative, and commitment to company values and quality standardsProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related systemsWillingness to learn, adapt to change, and collaborate with R&DValid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionallyMath proficiency (fractions, percentages, basic algebra)Preferred QualificationsDegree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related fieldPCQI CertificationInternal Auditor certificationExperience with PHRS, OPM, WMS, or similar systemsPrior Technical Services or Quality Assurance experience BenefitsCompetitive weekly payProfit-sharing cash bonus program401(k) with matching contributions25 days Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug planSupplemental plans, including life insuranceFully-paid parental leaveHealth Center and PharmacyMental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)Tuition reimbursementCredit UnionExercise and recreation facilityWellness programs with incentivesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Short-term and long-term disability benefits (company-paid)We are an Equal Opportunity Employer