Hiring: Quality Assurance Team Leader Company: The J.M. Smucker Co. Location: Buffalo, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-13 11:30:49 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, Program Management, Quality Assurance, Root Cause Analysis About the job Experience: •2 years manufacturing experience required; food manufacturing preferred. Required Skills: •Principle accountabilities include the auditing of in-process manufacturing controls ensuring that all products are produced in compliance with Federal, State, Local and JM Smucker requirements. •Inspection, testing and documentation of inbound raw material receipt. •Collaboration with cross functional teams in root cause analysis and problem solving. •Complete preventive controls inspections in accordance with sites Food Safety Plan and fully document root cause analysis and corrective actions for process deviations. •Actively facilitate and support Company and site safety policies. Acts as a role model for safe working practices. Leads observations to promote safe working conditions. •Execute/lead group trainings as required. •Ensures effective communication with their team during shift, between shifts, and with other department resources. •On the floor support for operators during production and sanitation. Qualifications: •Demonstrated capacity to lift up to 50 lbs. •Demonstrated capacity to ascend and descend stairways •Constant walking (12,000+ steps per shift), bending, twisting, and carrying of product throughout the facility. •Demonstrated capacity to work on elevated surfaces, maneuver and climb ladders and rail cars. •Demonstrated capacity to be trained and qualified to use fall protection equipment while performing rail car sampling. •Associate’s Degree •The Right Place for You •We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. •Stay connected with us on Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!