Job Description Provide direct supervision and management of product quality and quality related activities at a processing site. This role overseas quality activities at a site as it relates to seed production, conditioning, treating and packaging. The role also has site stewardship responsibilities for all quality assurance and quality control documents associated with the sites and companies Quality Business Systems. Additionally, this role leads internal and external certification audits, customer complaint investigations, site nonconformance and request for variance administration, and internal auditing duties. Responsible for in process Quality Control testing and inspection, external quality related certifications and serving as the Quality Champion to support regional and global quality initiatives. Assist with operational and capital budgets, and management of plant personnel as assigned by Site Manager.
Foster an operational culture founded on HSE, Quality, and continuous process improvement. Active leadership in the Goal Zero initiative.
Accountabilities Core to All Roles Assist Site Manager as required in all areas of operations Coordinate, direct, and suggest improvements to the field inspection program. Work with field team to ensure product quality meets standards Manage process simulation for conditioning requirements – may include direct supervision, hiring of staff, data entry, sizing recommendations and analysis. Manage auditing process and Management review: schedules, internal audits and external audit quality certifications (GSPP, Non-GMO) Coordinate and lead the Excelis program locally and support as needed between regions Develop and maintain a product quality inspection program to ensure storage and conditioning standard requirements are being met. Develop and maintain a product quality inspection program to ensure packaged quality and outbound shipments meet customer specifications – includes seed appearance and damage checks, as well as packaging requirements. Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of quality systems, processes, and programs for the site operations Oversee sampling requirements for new crop, and carry-over seed to meet testing requirements. Direct point of contact for all site-based and other business stakeholder quality related issues Oversees personnel, including 3rd party labor, for all quality related processes. Coordinate and lead root cause analysis for all site related customer complaints and internal deviations from company standards Owner for site related request for variance and non-conformity processes. Monitor SAP processes related to quality to ensure data accuracy and integrity Monitor product quality from the field through the distribution process Analyze and report product quality metrics and performance To assist in other areas of the office and/or plant as workload requires Develop a cross-functional knowledge of field and plant activities and others as assigned by plant management. Understanding of seed labeling laws, seed certification laws and interstate shipment regulations. Qualifications Critical success factors & key challenges Manage quality assurance/quality control principles to meet safety, quality, and reliability commitments. Continually seek to improve and develop quality culture to achieve tangible targets Hire, train and develop a quality culture within employees Maintain and created systematic measurement, analysis, visualization and interpretation of quality performance and proactive anticipation of trends Individual skill assessments and developments Critical knowledge BA/BS diploma strongly preferred or 2-4 years of related experiences Experience in quality related fields, seed conditioning or seed production In depth and comprehensive understanding of concepts, principles and operation of Quality Assurance, Quality Management and change managment Understanding and applicability of statistical process control methodologies Critical Experience Ability to work with wide range of disciplines, including research, product development, marketing, production 2-4 years in Quality Assurance or Quality Management practice Leading auditor and/or auditee for internal and external audits for certifications In depth knowledge of all aspects of seed production and conditioning operations Critical technical, professional & personal capabilities: Computer literate in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP functions Excellent analytical skills Excellent leadership, project management and communication skills Ability to develop a highly motivated and successful team Strong detail orientation and ability to execute Decisive: Ability to make timely and well thought out recommendations, supported by proper underlying data and analysis, and swiftly executive/ implement decisions Trusted: Meets all work commitments and follows through in a responsible and reliable manner; professionally and confidentially handles sensitive information Customer-Focused: Timely responds to requests for information and production needs Results-Oriented: Establishes appropriate measures of success Communicative: Ability to create effective and efficient communication tools for all audiences; establishes clear objectives and timelines for work; good listener Team-Oriented: Works well across all Business Units and functions; values input from others; enthusiastic, forward looking team player Innovative: Anticipate production challenges and develop processes for reliable supply Critical leadership capabilities: Set direction: Communicates with impact - Gains commitment of individuals and stakeholders in a compelling way. Create edge: Leads change and holds ambiguity - Uses effective strategies to facilitate organizational change initiatives and overcomes resistance to change. Drive results: Focuses on customers - Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Manages for performance Liberate potential: Collaborates across boundaries - Collaborates effectively across organizational and functional boundaries, and leverages diversity. Additional Information Position requires being able to lift 50 lbs. Position requires being able to walk seed production fields in any weather Position requires working 7 days a week during critical time of year Position requires travel by car/pickup during certain periods of year Position requires extensive travel during peak times of the year Position requires the ability to operate and be forklift certified Position requires be able to work in dusty and hot conditions Office environment a portion of the year. What We Offer: Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do.
401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, plus paid holidays.
Maternity/Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs and Corporate Discounts among other benefits.
A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
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