Agropur, a leading dairy cooperative committed to collaboration, accountability, and real impact, is now hiring an experienced and results-driven Quality Control Supervisor (Lab Supervisor) at their food manufacturing facility in Hull, Iowa, USA. Offering a competitive salary of $69,500 to $86,900, a best-in-class benefits package including 7% company 401k contributions, 3 weeks PTO, and a Monday–Friday schedule, this full-time role is built for a food science professional who wants to make a measurable difference in dairy quality, food safety, and laboratory excellence.
About Agropur — A People-First Dairy Cooperative
Company: Agropur — a leading dairy cooperative where people are at the heart of everything they do
Values: Working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything delivered
Culture: Collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together — a supportive, impact-driven environment
Location: Hull, Iowa — a key Agropur dairy manufacturing facility in the US Midwest
Mission: Every role at Agropur exists to deliver concrete, real-world results — what matters is real impact, not the volume of activity
Compensation & Benefits — An Exceptional Package
Salary Range: $69,500 – $86,900 per year — determined based on skills, education, training, and experience
401(k): 7% company contribution — an outstanding employer match that significantly accelerates retirement savings
Health: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
Time Off: 3 weeks Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + Paid Parental Leave
Schedule: Monday–Friday 8AM–5PM with flexibility as business needs require — genuine work/life balance
Growth: Advancement opportunities and a work/life balance culture that supports your whole self — physical, financial, and emotional
Position Overview
The Quality Control Supervisor / Lab Supervisor at Agropur in Hull, Iowa is a senior quality leadership role with full responsibility for managing daily quality control operations across a food manufacturing facility. This professional supervises QC technicians, oversees sampling and testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished products, manages quality documentation, leads internal audits, drives CAPA processes, and acts as the primary QC contact during all customer, regulatory, and third-party audits. With a competitive salary range of $69,500 to $86,900, a remarkable 7% company 401k contribution, and a genuine Monday–Friday schedule, this role is one of the most attractive Lab Supervisor opportunities available in Iowa’s food manufacturing sector in 2026. If you are a food science or chemistry professional actively searching for Lab Supervisor or QC Supervisor jobs in Hull Iowa or the US Midwest in 2026, this Agropur opportunity is available now — apply today.
Why This Role Matters: As Lab Supervisor at Agropur Hull Iowa, you lead the quality control function that ensures every dairy product leaving the facility meets the rigorous safety, quality, and regulatory standards that consumers, retailers, and regulatory agencies demand — real impact, every shift, apply your food science expertise, HACCP knowledge, SQF/PCQI training, and QC management skills in a well-resourced dairy manufacturing environment with genuine career advancement potential and a people-first culture that invests in your professional growth, earn a highly competitive $69,500–$86,900 salary supported by Agropur’s exceptional 7% company 401k match — one of the strongest retirement contribution packages available for Lab Supervisor roles in Iowa’s food manufacturing sector, work a consistent Monday–Friday 8AM–5PM schedule with work/life balance genuinely built into the company’s culture — a meaningful advantage for quality professionals seeking career longevity and personal wellbeing, and join an organization that measures success by real outcomes — not activity volume — providing the professional autonomy, responsibility, and recognition that experienced QC supervisors deserve.
Key Responsibilities
QC Team Supervision & Daily Lab Operations
- Supervise QC technicians directly — ensuring proper, consistent execution of all testing and inspection activities for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished dairy products in accordance with Agropur’s established quality standards
- Oversee all daily sampling and testing activities across the laboratory — ensuring full alignment with the plant’s quality plan and rigorous adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and HACCP/Food Safety Plan Process Controls
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and trends related to quality control — including laboratory efficiency metrics, product performance data, and testing accuracy results — to drive continuous quality improvement across the facility
- Ensure preventative maintenance and replacement programs for all laboratory equipment are properly maintained — and that all laboratory safety standards are consistently met and documented
Documentation, CAPA & Root Cause Analysis
- Manage all quality control documentation comprehensively — including Certificates of Analysis (COAs), testing reports, calibration records, electronic system records, and all other required quality documentation
- Provide supporting analytical work for root cause investigations — identifying the underlying causes of non-conforming products or laboratory-related process failures and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions
- Track and manage all corrective and preventive actions through to verified closure — ensuring non-conformances are fully resolved and recurrence is systematically prevented across all QC operations
- Provide feedback regarding testing capabilities integrated with product specification requirements — supporting new product development and process improvement initiatives with relevant quality data and analytical insights
Audit Leadership & Regulatory Compliance
- Lead internal quality and food safety audits across the Hull, Iowa facility — planning, conducting, and documenting audits in full alignment with GMP, HACCP, SQF, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Prepare the site for all external audits — including customer audits, regulatory inspections, and third-party certifications — ensuring the facility is consistently audit-ready and all required evidence is organized and accessible
- Act as the primary QC point of contact during all customer, regulatory, and third-party audit activities — representing Agropur’s quality function with competence, professionalism, and comprehensive regulatory knowledge
- Collaborate with production teams to identify, investigate, and resolve quality-related issues — driving improvements in product consistency, food safety, and overall manufacturing quality across the plant
Staff Training & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Train and mentor QC technicians and laboratory staff — ensuring all team members are proficient in testing protocols, quality procedures, food safety standards, and safe laboratory practices
- Collaborate effectively with production, operations, and management teams to resolve quality issues promptly and constructively — driving a culture of quality ownership and food safety accountability across the facility
- Provide analytical expertise and quality insights that support production improvement initiatives — integrating quality data with production decisions to enhance product consistency and food safety performance
- Recommend and implement process improvements that strengthen quality compliance, improve laboratory efficiency, and advance Agropur’s food safety culture across the Hull manufacturing site
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a closely related field — required as the minimum educational qualification. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may also be considered
- HACCP certification is preferred — candidates holding current HACCP certification will receive priority consideration for this Lab Supervisor role
- SQF Practitioner or PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification is strongly preferred — demonstrating advanced food safety management capability
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in quality control — preferably within the food or dairy manufacturing industry — demonstrating hands-on QC management, testing supervision, and food safety compliance expertise
- Supervisory experience is strongly preferred — candidates with prior experience leading QC or laboratory teams will be prioritized for this Lab Supervisor role at Agropur Hull
- Practical experience with GMP, GLP, HACCP, and SQF programs in a food manufacturing or dairy processing environment is a highly valued advantage
Key Skills
- Excellent analytical skills with the proven ability to interpret and act on quality testing data — essential for the root cause analysis, KPI monitoring, and continuous improvement activities central to this role
- Strong communication skills — enabling effective collaboration with QC technicians, production teams, management, and external auditors across all aspects of the Lab Supervisor’s cross-functional responsibilities
- High attention to detail and rigorous documentation discipline — fundamental competencies for a quality control leadership role in a regulated food manufacturing environment
Agropur & Iowa Dairy Manufacturing — A Rewarding Career Platform
Company Culture: Agropur’s people-first, impact-focused cooperative culture is genuinely distinctive in the food manufacturing sector — providing Lab Supervisors with real authority, real accountability, and real career growth
Compensation Leadership: $69,500–$86,900 + 7% 401k + full health benefits + 3 weeks PTO + paid parental leave — among the most comprehensive QC Supervisor packages available in Iowa’s food manufacturing market
Career Path: QC Supervisor roles at Agropur provide a clear advancement pathway to QC Manager, Plant Quality Manager, and Regional Quality Director positions across Agropur’s expanding North American dairy operations
Iowa Advantage: Hull, Iowa is at the heart of the US Midwest dairy and food manufacturing corridor — providing Lab Supervisors with access to one of the country’s most stable, well-resourced, and continuously growing food production employment markets
About Agropur
Agropur is a leading dairy cooperative where people are genuinely at the heart of everything they do. Built on the values of working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything delivered, Agropur’s culture is defined by collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. The company offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focused on physical, financial, and emotional health — including exceptional 401k contributions, full health coverage, generous paid time off, and meaningful advancement opportunities. At Agropur, every role exists to deliver real, concrete results — and the Lab Supervisor role in Hull, Iowa is one of the most important quality leadership positions in that mission.
Apply Now: Visit www.agropur.com/en/careers to apply for the Lab Supervisor / Quality Control Supervisor role in Hull, Iowa. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Who Should Apply?
- Food Science or Chemistry Graduates: With 3+ years of food or dairy QC experience, HACCP certification, and supervisory background seeking a well-compensated Lab Supervisor role in Iowa
- Dairy or Food Manufacturing QC Supervisors: With GMP, GLP, HACCP, and SQF expertise seeking a Monday–Friday schedule, industry-leading 401k, and genuine career advancement at a values-driven cooperative
- SQF Practitioners or PCQI Certified Professionals: With food safety program management experience and strong analytical skills ready to lead a QC laboratory team at Agropur Hull, Iowa
- Root Cause and Audit Leaders: With proven experience managing CAPA processes, leading internal audits, and representing QC functions during external regulatory and customer inspections in food manufacturing environments
- Iowa-Based QC Professionals: Currently in the Midwest food or dairy industry looking for a step up into a Lab Supervisor role with exceptional compensation, benefits, work-life balance, and a people-first company culture
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