fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.
With nearly $2B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.
A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.
To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.
job purpose:
Assists the QA department in the daily work requirements, including regulatory compliance, document and records review, and laboratory tasks.
responsibilities:
- Assist in the review of regulatory records for accuracy and completion. Review can include, but not limited to charts, batch sheets, and filler batch reports.
- Review for accuracy and completion of all CIP records, checklists, and titration records. Perform any needed tracking associate with these records.
- Communicate with production operators to ensure regulatory records are completed properly, as needed.
- Assist with review of COAs received from the supplier and organize into the appropriate document system.
- Assist with laboratory projects or tasks assigned by the QA Manager or QA supervisor as needed.
- Assist with new hire orientation.
- Assist with the setup and training of the sensory program.
- Provide necessary training for plant personnel on quality management systems.
- Assist with quality investigations as needed.
- Creation and update of documents/specifications for packaging materials for multiple locations.
skills/qualifications required:
- College degree is preferred or equivalent experience in a manufacturing facility.
- HACCP training and certified PCQI (will provide training if needed).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills both verbal and written.
- Accuracy and detail focused.
- Ability to work independently with professional demeanor.
- Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, WMS)
- Self-starter and self-motivated with the ability to complete work assignments based on broad directions with a minimum of supervision.
- Knowledge of materials management techniques.
working conditions and physical requirements:
- Office work setting
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Assist can be provided.
- Specific atmospheric conditions
- Any other physical requirements
food safety responsibilities:
- Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
- Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
- Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
- Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
- Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
- Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
- In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.
position location: Coopersville, MI
reports to: QA Manager
travel requirements: <10%
fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.
