QFS Coordinator

Overview

Adam’s Group is a fifth-generation family-owned company providing global solutions to the food industry. As a leading supplier of organic and non-GMO bulk and specialty oils, lecithin, and grains, we serve B2B customers in the natural and organic space, including food manufacturers, infant nutrition brands, and industrial processors. We are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainably sourced ingredients that support innovation and clean-label formulations.

The QFS Coordinator is responsible for ensuring product quality and compliance throughout the supply chain process. This role combines data analytics, supplier performance monitoring, co-man performance and quality control principles to drive continuous improvement, reduce risk, and enhance the integrity of materials and products from suppliers through to final delivery.

• Supply Chain Quality Oversight
  • Monitor and evaluate supplier quality performance through audits, scorecards, and KPI tracking.
  • Work with procurement and quality teams to resolve supplier issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Assist in qualifying new suppliers and ensuring they meet company quality standards.
• Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Analyze data from suppliers, co-manufacturing, manufacturing and logistics to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
  • Create regular reports and dashboards to communicate quality metrics and compliance across the supply chain.
  • Support root cause analysis and implement preventive measures using data-driven insights.
• Process Improvement
  • Develop and enhance quality assurance processes within the supply chain.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline quality checks, inspection procedures, and material traceability.
  • Support initiatives in supplier development, co-manufacturing and continuous improvement (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Compliance & Documentation
  • Ensure supply chain activities comply with internal standards and external regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, GMP, FDA, GFSI).
  • Maintain accurate records of supplier quality agreements, audits, and CAPAs.
  • Support the preparation of documentation for audits and inspections.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Quality Assurance, Engineering, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in quality, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience with supplier quality management and audit processes

Skills And Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NAV), and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Knowledge of quality and food safety management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP, GMP) and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent grasp of Microsoft Office programs and ERP/MRP systems, typing and report writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Sense of urgency & ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-directed and able to independently execute job requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

SQF or other GFSI approved scheme or ability to become certified. HACCP, or ability to become certified.

• Experience in food manufacturing, vegetable oil or grain industry preferred.
• Certification in quality or supply chain management (e.g., ASQ CQE, APICS).
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements specific to the industry (FDA, FGIS/USDA).

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Adams Group is committed to producing and distributing high quality products through adherence to industry and regulatory standards. As an Adams Group employee, you will be trained on our food safety policies and will be held accountable to adhering to them. You will be encouraged and required to notify supervision about actual or potential food safety issues. Everyone at Adams is involved in delivering safe food - within your scope of work you will be empowered to act to resolve food safety issues.