fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.
With over $3B 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:TheQuality Project Manager will report to the Director of Operations Readiness and Execution and will be responsible forensuring that quality workstreams are delivered effectively for all large capital projects.This includesquality lab design & fit out, building utility coordination,state and federal requirementmanagement,qualityprocessdesign,product acceptance testing.
responsibilities:
Partner with Quality and Operations teamsto ensureengineeringdesigns, plans,and timelinesmeet requirements and act as main liaison between project and quality teams
Lead the design of quality labs, lab equipment,andbuilding utility requirementsfor greenfield and plant expansion projects
Ensure all lab equipment is installed, calibrated, tested in accordance with project timelines to support line validations
Managevalidation, commissioning runs, and filing process for theFDAwith our Process Authority (PA)
Develop and maintain budgets, timelines, and risk registers for all projects
Manage all state inspectionsand equipment sealing activities
Coordinate allproduct acceptance plans duringflavor trials, including sensory testing, analytical chemistry (particle dispersion, viscosity, micro, composition), and external lab sampling
Create and roll out training plan for quality systems and enablers
Develop process maps for all quality processesfrom milk receiving to finished goods testing
Plan and conduct CIP validations to ensure equipment cleaning processes are working effectively
Represent the quality function during design stages to ensure food safety and quality standards are met
skills/qualifications required:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering,Food Science,Chemistry,or related field
Exceptional project management capabilities
Expert in using MS Excel,AutoCad, and MS Project
Demonstrated knowledge ofquality systems, lab equipment (e.g., LECCO, ash oven,FOSS,etc...),food safetyand quality standards, and standard audit practices
Experience working in value added dairy or related field
Strong cost management and forecasting experience and knowledge
food safety requirements:
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 nonconformingproductin 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.
how fairlife nourishes you:
At fairlife, we believe in better - and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits andwell-beingresources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups
fairlife'snour!shprogram is designed to meet you where you are - supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do... For full info follow application link.
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 [email protected].
