Quality Assurance Supervisor at La Reina

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Troubleshooting, Training, Performance Monitoring, Customer Complaint Investigation, Equipment Calibration, Documentation Review, Audit Compliance, Time Management, Flexibility

Industry

Retail

Description

Description Want to be part of a family-owned, award-winning company with an entrepreneurial culture and strong family spirit? Then you came to the right place! Our core values drive all that we do here at La Reina’s. As our company continues to grow, we are searching for enthusiastic, capable professionals to fill various positions across every facet of our organization. Job Summary: The position of Quality Assurance Supervisor supports the Quality Manager by ensuring the quality and food safety of the product are met. Enforces good manufacturing practices of the systems by monitoring and improving the food safety protocols. The role is designed to provide oversight of QC department personnel and ensure that department policies and products meet company, customer, and regulatory food safety and quality standards. What We Offer: Competitive wages Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Life Insurance 401k plan Career growth opportunities Paid holidays Vacation and sick time pay Paid day off for birthday Tuition Reimbursement Referral program A family-owned environment with leaders who care Position Responsibilities: Able to perform all requirements of a QC/QA Technician Provide needed support and representation during food safety audits Be available for start-up, changeover, pre-op inspection, and ongoing monitoring of production lines HACCP checks in the processing line, such as monitoring Critical Control Points, and daily reviewing documentation Analyze Certificates of Analysis (COA) on critical incoming raw ingredients to ensure they meet company quality standards and specifications Input customer quality data when required Enforce all GMPs, HACCP, and safety policies where appropriate Assist in the investigation of customer complaints Maintain all laboratory equipment in good condition Process schedules for quality control technicians Verify and approve the quality control technicians' time cards Submit requests for purchase orders of quality control supplies Equipment calibration and inspection Create and update forms as needed for procedures or protocols Perform internal food safety audits and implement corrective actions Train new quality control technicians Monitor technicians’ performance and assign tasks Cover as the food safety representative during the Food Safety Quality Assurance Manager's absence Available to work on special committees (employee safety) when necessary Perform other duties as necessary Requirements Meet and exceed all Minimum Requirements plus the following: Associate's Degree or higher in a science-related field Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the food manufacturing industry Excellent communication skills, able to speak to and direct groups Specific food manufacturing training/certifications (HACCP, SQF, PCQI) Knowledge of the food safety scope. Demonstrated experience successfully contributing to teams in a dynamic, fast time-to-market, and customer-focused environment Able to troubleshoot equipment (understand ma Proven attention to detail, responsible, self-motivated, and independent Able to work in a fast-paced environment Flexible schedule based on production needs, including weekends Physical Demands & PPE Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: Stand and walk for extended periods Walk on uneven ground and wet or slippery floors Twisting, turning, kneeling, stooping, and bending most of the day May be required to lift to 50 lbs. Exposure to spices (allergens), including but not limited to soy and wheat Exposure to high noise levels and high-heat environments Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Slip-resistant shoes, hair and beard net, safety glasses, earplugs, and gloves are required in the food manufacturing work areas. Core Values – Knowledge, creativity, courage, honesty, accountability, competency, and safety guide every aspect of our operations, ensuring excellence and fostering a culture of trust and collaboration. More about La Reina: Founded in 1958 by Mauro Robles, La Reina began as a family-owned business specializing in flour tortillas. Mauro's determination to bring customers diverse, authentic Mexican products became a reality within several years. Our business prides itself on providing the highest quality and innovative tortillas, flatbreads, and Artisan snacks. It is the philosophy of La Reina to serve our customers by working with them as a true partner to develop new products, recipes, and eye-catching packaging. From our humble beginnings, La Reina continues to grow and diversify into multiple product lines, channels, and offerings as a family-owned and operated business. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: La Reina is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under protected law. EEO/AA employer nondiscrimination policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Civil Rights Act of 1964, La Reina provides reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for La Reina. The Policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our Human Resources Department.

Responsibilities

The Quality Assurance Supervisor supports the Quality Manager by ensuring product quality and food safety standards are met. This role includes oversight of QC department personnel and enforcement of food safety protocols.