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Upstate Niagara Cooperative

QA Line Coordinator

Batavia, NY · On-site

$24.06 - $31.28/hr

Upstate Farms ® , Bison ® , Milk for Life ® , and Intense Milk ® . Here, you'll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every ...

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Employees at Upstate Farms often work in a dynamic, production-oriented environment where teamwork and communication are key. Depending on the specific role, you might work indoors in processing or packaging areas, or outdoors on the farm, handling livestock or crops. While the work can be physically active and sometimes requires early hours or weekend shifts, the team-oriented culture fosters collaboration and continuous learning. Opportunities for advancement are available, especially for those who show initiative and a commitment to quality and safety. Joining Upstate Farms offers the chance to contribute to a well-respected agricultural organization with a strong community focus.

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QA Line Coordinator

QA Line Coordinator

Upstate Niagara Cooperative

Batavia, NY • On-site

$24.06 - $31.28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Join a team that nourishes life from farm to table! Upstate Niagara Cooperative, proudly owned by 200+ local family farms, is one of America’s largest and most stable dairy cooperatives. Guided by farmer- and employee-led values, we process and market high-quality milk, yogurt, dips, sour cream, cottage cheese, and more under our trusted brands: Upstate Farms®, Bison®, Milk for Life®, and Intense Milk®. Here, you’ll support sustainable farming, strong communities, and the mission to deliver fresh, local dairy to families every day.

We are currently seeking candidates for: 2nd Shift (2pm-10:30pm) and 3rd Shift (10pm-6:30am). Weekend and Holiday availability required. 

Job Summary: Support the overall total quality focus of the manufacturing plant. Focusing on documentation and distribution of finished product and ingredient data originating from the production records. Assess and report compliance with company policies and procedures, U.S. Food and Drug Administration Regulation, GFSI Initiatives, Customer Specifications, HACCP and GMP requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support Quality Systems, Food Safety Policies, Procedures and practices involved in the manufacturing process
  • Preform and/or Observe Line processing checks on packaging lines at required frequencies.
  • Collect Line samples for Customer send out and lab
  • Point of contact for quality concerns with production and lab
  • Area pre-ops, post cleaning, prior to start up and in process.
  • Assist in all investigations, customer, root cause, etc.
  • Internal auditing, GMP, Glass-Plastic, document audits, etc. Master Sanitation checks.
  • Input repair orders and follow up for completion as needed.
  • Assist with HOLDS, paperwork, Ross transactions, E mail communications. Ensure product is segregated.
  • Review of re-work from holds prior to release.
  • Pull ingredients samples/ run testing for product identity
  • Environment monitoring temperatures and humidity
  • Other duties as assigned.

Experience & Education Required:

  • Associates degree in related field or GED and two years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge & Skills - Required:

  • Must be detail oriented and highly organized.
  • Ability to work effectively under deadlines is required. 

Confidentiality

The QA line tech is exposed to O-AT-KA customer and product information on a consistent basis. 

Management Responsibility

The QA Associate is an independent contributor role that operates under the guidance and direction of the Plant QA Supervisor.

Work Environment

Some time spent in an office environment. Incumbent must be able to use standard computer equipment (Computer, Copier, Fax, and Phone), bend reach, walk and lift up to 25 lbs. Majority of time required in the production facility where the incumbent will be exposed to slippery floors, heat, cold, and noise.

Training to be completed upon hiring if not already attained.           

  • Internal Auditing
  • Better Process School
  • PCQI certification
  • SQF Practitioner

Pay: $24.06 -$31.28 per hour*

* The salary range listed for this position represents the good faith and reasonable minimum and maximum pay for this role at the time of posting.  Actual compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, training, knowledge, education, and overall qualifications.  The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components of the total rewards package may include participation in group health and/or dental insurance, retirement plan, wellness program, paid time away from work, and paid holidays.

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

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