Darigold · 3 hours ago
QA & Sanitation Vacation Relief Operator
Jerome, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDarigold, Inc. is a leading dairy company, and they are seeking a QA & Sanitation Vacation Relief Operator to support their Jerome facility. This role is responsible for ensuring sanitation, food safety, and quality systems while conducting key quality activities and providing coverage for lab operations during absences.
Food and Beverage
Responsibilities
Review PCQI records, including legal charts, receiving logs (Appendix N), and production monitoring checks
Develop and deliver QA and Sanitation training in partnership with Plant-Based Trainers (PBTs)
Conduct weekly environmental swabbing and maintain Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) documentation
Perform quality and food safety testing, including additional testing as required
Support HACCP and SQF programs through program maintenance, internal audits, audit preparation, and corrective action responses
Assist with regulatory, customer, and corporate audits (ISDA, USDA, FDA, Kosher, Halal, and others)
Complete pre-operation inspections and verify sanitation effectiveness
Provide primary lab coverage during vacation and sick leave absences
Identify out-of-spec EMP or finished product results and notify leadership to initiate corrective actions
Accurately record, retain, and review quality data
Calibrate testing equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with established standards
Drive GMP compliance through daily engagement submissions and GEMBA walks
Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Assist with unplanned event cleanup and investigations, including swab collection and documentation
Maintain cleanliness of production areas, including floors, walls, and equipment
Execute sanitation needs throughout the plant and support production CIP activities
Maintain organization and condition of sanitation tools and equipment
Perform exterior grounds cleanup as needed
Handle reconstitution activities, including dumping powdered milk into blenders
Operate forklifts and floor-cleaning equipment (Zamboni) upon certification
Serve as tertiary backup to QA leadership when both the QA Manager and QA Compliance Supervisor are absent
Qualification
Required
Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to influence results and support performance through others
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Experience facilitating training and contributing to improvement initiatives
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs
Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain required operator and supervisor certifications
Flexibility to support varying shifts and project requirements
Preferred
2+ years' experience in dairy food manufacturing (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
Demonstrated experience providing team leadership in a lead or supervisory capacity, supporting project implementations, and delivering training required
Benefits
401K with competitive employer matching
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits (employee and employer share contribution amount)
Employer paid life & disability coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays
8 weeks (about 2 months) paid paternal Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Premium pay for off shifts (night, swing) and vacation relief (where applicable)
Company
Darigold
Darigold provide freshest, wholesome, greatest tasting dairy products and ingredients.
1001-5000 employees
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Kelly Hipchen
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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Chief Customer Officer
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