Quality and Food Safety

The goal of Quality Chekd is for its member dairies to supply products to retailers and consumers that are safe and of the highest quality. Members of Quality Chekd have made a commitment to uphold this goal. The member-owned trademark is an endorsement of food safety and food quality to its customers and consumers.

Quality Chekd must procure, convert and market safe, quality products that provide “value” to the customers.

Programs

ü Bio-Terrorism Preparedness

ü Quality Assurance Programs

ü Third-party product testing by an independent laboratory

Silliker, Inc. tests products monthly to make sure they meet top standards for freshness and flavor. The laboratory conducts bacterial, chemical, and organoleptic product testing in addition to certification of milk containers. 

ü Food Safety Education & Certification

ü Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan development ALL Dairy and Juice Products

ü Good Manufacturing Practices

ü Facility Inspections/Assessments & Consultation

Quality Chekd begins with a benchmark Plant Facility Assessment of the facility, operations, and products. Our experienced dairy experts help develop, implement, and evaluate a plan to troubleshoot problems, train employees, and more.

ü Technical Training

On-site training to include HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practices, HTST, Allergens, Food Defense and more. 

ü On-site consultation

ü Crisis Communications Program

ü Awards and Recognition Program              

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Quality Chekd’s standards are set by its membership through the Quality and Food Safety Committee. These standards have always exceeded those of any government—and are continually on the rise. For more information contact 800-AAA-MILK (800) 222-6455 and ask for Dan Stockwell, Quality & Food Safety Director.