How you will make history here...
The Quality System Technologist primary role is responsible for all Formula and Procedure implementation. Assures the maintenance of the formula, procedure and labeling compliance required by company policy and regulatory requirements. Maintains plant formula and procedure information received from WHQ to ensure compliance of all process critical and labeling requirements. The Quality System Technologist will work with a cross functional commercialization team comprised of both WHQ and plant functions to launch the manufacturing of new products at the plant. The candidate will have the hands-on opportunity to explore all quality areas of a food manufacturing plant including product realization, system and regulatory compliance, laboratory work, and grow into a technical resource for manufacturing, commercialization, and engineering.
What you will do...
1. 55% - Responsible with the implementation of all product formulas, procedures, and thermal process requirements including product startups, special batches, packaging trial and reformulation reviews, label compliance, TPN, E-Note, and RMS administrator.
2. 20% - Supports the cross-functional commercialization team in launching new products.
3. 10% - Actively participates in continuous improvement activities within systems and the plant. Uses various computer support systems for data analysis, basic analysis and reports of product quality information.
4. 10% - Investigates and analyzes incidents and non-conformances, takes corrective action and/or makes recommendations as appropriate for routine incidents. Functions as QA representative on non-routine activities associated with project/team assignments which may including: specification development, quality design support, new product start-ups, training, instrument evaluation or method development, etc. Supports efforts to educate and train the workforce on food quality and safety programs.
5. 5% - Conduct pre-shipment reviews of food safety/quality records to assure regulatory compliance, including electronic record review and allow for timely release of product to meet customer service requirements. Conducts reviews and disposition of product requiring micro testing, container integrity evaluations, or Process Safety review/release.
Who you will work with...
- Reporting into Quality Systems Manager
What you will bring to the table... (Must Have)
- Bachelor’s Degree OR 3+ years related experience in the food industry, microbiology or related field; internship experience may be considered.
It would be great if you have... (Nice to Have)
- 5+ years of related experience in the food industry or microbiology
- HACCP & Better Process Control School Certified
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