QA Associate - Atlantic, IA

ATLANTIC BOTTLING COMPANY•Atlantic, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the QMS lead, the QA Associate plays an instrumental role in the ISO/Quality Management System by helping to develop and implement improvements, and documenting processes for ISO certification. The role helps to maintain the internal document control system, developing and updating all process documentation which support ISO standards, Coca-Cola system requirements, HAACP, FDA, GFSI and food safety, and regulatory/permitting requirements. The role requires a high degree of critical thinking, strong organization, an eye for detail, and a customer-oriented focus. Considerable interactions with multiple departments/employees is needed, observing processes, collecting data/feedback, conducting research on best-practices, and assisting in the design of critical programs, process controls, and procedures necessary as part of the companys certification process (ISO 14001 and ISO 45001).

Requirements

High School Diploma, or GED equivalent, with at least 2 years of related administrative support experience. (Additional related experience may substitute for education.)
Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to research multiple, complex regulations and best-practices.
Good problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities.
Ability to observe and understand processes, their inputs and outputs, and to accurately interpret data in order to develop viable solutions.
Exceptional organizational and strong follow-up skills.
Must have excellent time management skills.
Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to read, write, and sit for extended periods of time.
Excellent customer service skills, along with good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to professionally interact with a wide variety of departments.
Highly motivated self-starter, with the ability to work with minimal oversight.
Flexible with the ability to adapt to varying situations.
Good computer skills (MS Office) are needed.
Team-oriented with effective communication skills.
Ability to effectively interact with multiple departments and employees is needed.
Regular, consistent attendance is an essential job function.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA, etc.), food GMP, Food Safety, and Quality Management system principles
Familiarity with audits and food GMP
Familiarity of applicable regulatory and customer requirements (e.g. CFR 21, CFR 29, DNR, CCNA Kore Requirements)
Previous manufacturing or beverage industry
Flexible with the ability to adapt to varying situations, and to adjust priorities.

Responsibilities

Assist with documentation control efforts for quality management system within the scope of our supply chain, ensuring process documents are accurate and up-to-date.
Create and update documentation as required by Coca-Cola system, ISO, and food safety standard operating procedures (SOPs), training logs, quality system records (i.e. ISO, GMP, FDA, USDA) for company facilities and departments (such as production center, warehouses, and delivery).
Primary focus involves documenting processes centered on ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 (food safety, quality, environmental, and safety).
Ensure current processes and procedures are accurately represented in documentation.
Revise, log, and maintain documentation records and ensures documentation conforms to internal document control process.
Such examples include, but are not limited to: Supplier documents and information Production data Quality, Sanitation, and product release records Distribution and Warehouse documentation Maintain revision tracking system.
Oversee archival records.
Work with a cross-section of departments including Production, Quality, Warehouse, Delivery, Maintenance, and Safety, observing processes, interviewing process owners, collecting data/feedback, conducting research on best-practices, and assisting in the design of critical programs, process controls, and procedures needed for continued certification.
Assist with external customer complaint documentation.
Help ensure certifications are kept up-to-date. (ISO/HACCP/GMP, etc.)
Contribute towards internal mock audits with key updates to environmental and safety requirements.
Proactively seek continuous improvement opportunities.
Reinforce safe practices to ensure achievement of department objectives.
Other related duties and special projects as required.