Quality Lead - SQF Practitioner

WinCup is a foodservice packaging company focused on providing our customers and consumers the highest quality products allowing them to enjoy the beverages and foods they love, whether at home, or on the go. WinCup was established in 1962 and is now a leading manufacturer passionately transitioning into an innovative, technology driven enterprise focused on creating superior products and brands directly addressing plastic pollution. WinCup is driven by our Vio biodegradable foam technology, Our Phade line of PHA based straws and stirrers is the only Marine Biodegradable, Home and Industrial Compostable straws and stirrers in the world.

We are a diverse team and bound together by our shared Values. We value:

• One Team
• Performance Based; Rewards & Recognition Driven
• Excellence in All We Do
• Respectful and Engaged Leadership
• Always Do the Right Thing
  
  
  

WinCup offers our full-time team members great benefit choices for you and your family with most benefit eligibility 31 days after hire, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, accruing paid time off, short and long-term disability, EAP, 401(k) with a company match available after 60 days.

So, if working on fantastic brands through innovation that leaves a positive legacy for our environment is what you are passionate about - read on to see if you might be a fit with our growing team!

Job Position: Quality Lead - SQF Practitioner

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Reports To: Plant Manager

Job Summary:

Conducts visual audits and tests of finished goods to ensure quality standards are met and sustained. Oversees the development, implementation, review and maintenance of the SQF (Safe Quality Food) System, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Functions:

• Audit production lines in accordance with established Quality Control Procedures and documents test results.
• Verify that all print and production jobs meet the requirements of the product specification sheet, which includes graphics, color and product position.
• Performs tests specified on the finished and in-production product to determine if it is in compliance.
• Maintains an adequate supply of testing materials and forms to ensure a smooth operation of activities during shift with no disruptions or missed tests.
• Implements critical knowledge transfer and communication processes with all teams;
• Informs the Production Supervisor and/or Plant Manager immediately of any defects found;
• Informs the leadership team immediately of any failure to meet established quality standards to ensure that corrective action is taken.
• Coaches and supports team on Quality and SQF – Knowledge Transfer;
• Continuous Improvement - help define, improve and implement processes
• Seeks to continuously improve production processes (Root Cause Analysis, Correction and Prevention)
• Define project requirements and deliverables based on scope
• Provides continuous review and recommendations for improvement processes related to status reporting/dash boarding and quality assurance
• Maintains quality and SQF documentation using WinCup documentation management system including records, product quality documentation, training plans and metrics reports.
• Records all activities of inspections and audits on proper forms, creates a PDF of completed audit to send to the leadership team and save to WinCup documentation management system. Tracks action items until they are resolved.
• Serve as primary point of contact for responding to customer complaints.
• Follows all GMP and sanitation guidelines along with maintaining a high level of personal hygiene.
• Plan coverage projects from initiation through closing; takes appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the SQF System is being followed
• Communicates to relevant personnel all information essential to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the SQF System.
• Attends meetings and training sessions as required.
• Maintains housekeeping standards by keeping a clean work area at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.
  
  

Competencies:

• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Communication Proficiency
  
  
  

Physical Demands:

• Works 8+ or 12+ hour shift while sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, grasping, use hands to finger, grasp with hands and arms, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls and lifting throughout the entire shift.
• Requires the manual movement of cases of finished goods that weight up to 25 pounds.
  
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Exposed to extreme heat. In-doors in a manufacturing environment that may/may not be air conditioned.
• Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Wear PPE while working, which includes hairnet, facial net (if deemed necessary), hearing protection and safety glasses.
• Work with hourly team members in an 8+ or 12+ hour day shift.
• Able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

Education - High School Diploma or GED. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in business or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

One year in a Quality Control or Quality Analyst position. One year in a manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of SQF standards.
• Knowledge of Safety, OSHA regulations, and HACCP.
• Relevant quality experience and training.
• Quality certifications a plus.
• Proven quality leader in building highly effective cross-functional teams, engaging and motivating teams.
• User data insights to drive higher levels of quality and organization effectiveness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good collaboration, oral and written communications skills.
• Strong technical skills and attention to details.
• Proficient with statistical analysis tools.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Good problem solving analysis skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
  
  
  

Pre-employment Requirements - Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The list of job requirements above is not intended to be exhaustive or all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.

WinCup is an EEO/AA and E-Verify employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we complete background checks and drug tests to ensure the safety of our team-members in the workplace.

Thank you for considering WinCup and making a difference!