Manufacturing QA Coordinator

Job Title: Manufacturing QA Coordinator / Dairy Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Location:
Bellevue, WA

Work Type:
Onsite

Schedule:
Part-time, 3 days per week (24 hours); must be open to working all three shifts with advance notice

Assignment Duration:
Approximately 4 months, with possibility of extension

Conversion to Full Time:
Not available

Position Summary

The Manufacturing QA Coordinator (Dairy Regulatory Compliance Specialist) is responsible for ensuring that dairy manufacturing operations comply with federal, state, and local regulatory standards. This role involves conducting audits, delivering regulatory training, performing data analysis, and partnering with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in compliance processes.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Auditing

• Conduct routine internal audits to ensure compliance with dairy regulations, including PMO, FDA requirements, and applicable state regulations.
• Document and maintain detailed, accurate records of audit findings.
• Prepare compliance reports for internal teams and regulatory bodies as required.

Training & Development

• Design, develop, and deliver regulatory compliance training tailored to production staff, laboratory personnel, supervisors, and plant leadership.
• Ensure training materials reflect current regulatory standards and best practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with teams in Quality, Production, Maintenance, and HR to identify root causes of compliance issues.
• Lead efforts to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to regulatory compliance.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze audit trends, compliance data, and training records to identify areas of risk or potential improvement.
• Recommend process enhancements to strengthen compliance and reduce operational risk.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Microbiology, or a related field required.
• Advanced degrees or certifications (HACCP, SQF, PCQI) preferred.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a similar regulatory, QA, or compliance role within dairy or food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of dairy regulatory standards including PMO, FDA regulations, and state-level requirements.

Skills & Competencies

• Proven experience in compliance auditing, quality assurance, or regulatory affairs.
• Excellent communication and training delivery skills across diverse teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into actionable processes.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and audit software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Details

• Candidates must be eligible for indefinite employment without requiring work authorization sponsorship.
• Interview process includes a team interview, with successful candidates invited for an on-site facility tour.