Supplier Quality Auditor

At Masters Gallery Foods, enhancing the lives of those we influence, whether our employees, our partners or individuals in our communities, is something we strive to do every day. After all, we believe a positive impact is something to be proud of, and is the foundation for everything we do. If you're looking for an opportunity to be empowered to be the best you can be at work or at home, you've come to the right place. We offer a cooperative culture that is rich in ongoing career development and rooted in collaboration.

Masters Gallery Foods is proudly based in Wisconsin, and delivers the highest quality cheese products to our partners and customers. You will be supported and encouraged to make a difference, and your dedication and passion is acknowledged and appreciated. If you want to make a change and start where you can grow, you can at Masters Gallery Foods. Join us!

A suppler quality auditor's job description includes conducting audits of vendors to ensure compliance with contracts, regulations, and internal standards. They analyze data, prepare reports, document findings, recommend corrective actions, and collaborate with internal teams like procurement, quality and grading to manage and improve supplier performance. The role requires a strong understanding of quality management systems, excellent analytical and communication skills, and often involves travel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct audits: Perform on-site or remote audits to assess vendor capabilities, processes, and compliance with contractual, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Analyze findings: Review contracts, transaction records, and other data to identify noncompliance or areas for improvement.
• Report and document: Prepare detailed reports on audit findings, maintain records of audit findings and vendor responses, and manage the approved vendor list.
• Drive corrective actions: Collaborate with vendors and internal departments to develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to address non-conformities.
• Improve processes: Contribute to developing and implementing new systems and processes to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance with internal procedures and external regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams, such as procurement, compliance, and legal, to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of vendors.
• Ensure regulatory compliance: Verify that vendors comply with all applicable industry
  standards and government regulations.
• Assist/backup for Director of Cheese Quality/Grading, Vice President of Food Safety as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Cheese Quality/Grading or Vice President of Food Safety, Quality and Product Development.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A High School diploma is required. An Associate Degree in a quality-related field is preferred.
• Two to five years of quality, documentation, or operations experience is preferred. ANSI Certified HACCP Coordinator and Internal Auditor preferred.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in all departments and gain input/feedback.
• Strong understanding of GMPs, SOPs, and sanitation verification.
• Efficient in computer and iPad applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Experience with GFSI standards, BRC certification, and food safety audits.
• Knowledge of FDA, USDA, WDA food safety regulations and inspection protocol.

What Masters Gallery Foods Can Offer You

We're a company built on many values, among them are passion, integrity, and people, which means if you join Masters Gallery, you'll join a team brought together by enthusiasm, trust, and dedication. Beyond our commitment to offering exceptional products and customer service, Masters Gallery is committed to career development, inclusion, flexibility, and fun at work.

To uphold those values, Masters Gallery Foods provides:

• A generous benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, 401(k) with company match, and more)
• Vacation Time Off (service-based paid time off and 10 paid holidays)
• Center for Health and Wellness - Free to employees and their dependents
• Incentives and incentive programs (such as tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, subsidized fitness programs, cell phone discount programs, employee assistance program, and more)
• Opportunities to give back to the community (drives, activities, matched donations, and more)
• Green sustainability initiatives
• Continuous improvement initiatives - technology driven
• Training and development programs
• Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, and filtered Culligan water
• Listen to Sirius XM Radio while you work!
• Continuous communication with Employees - Company App
• Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement-free zone
• Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party and more)

Masters Gallery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.