Job Description:
Position Summary: This position will be responsible for performing day to day functions and maintaining our Food Safety and Quality Programs. This position will also be responsible for implementing overall Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, guidelines and documentation for all Food Safety and Quality Control functions.
Responsibilities & Duties:
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Oversee implementation of all aspects of Quality Control and Food Safety programs.
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Consistently review all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Quality Control (QC) and Food Safety policies to continuously drive process improvements and efficiencies.
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Develop and implement written SOPs/policies/guidelines and maintain all required documentation to ensure 3rd-party certifications.
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Conduct routine facility audits.
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Maintain all documents for our Food Safety and HACCP Program.
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Develop and maintain product specifications.
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Act as a catalyst for change and improvement in performance and quality.
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Conduct product inspections (inbound and on-hand inventories) and generate timely and accurate reports to management and sales teams.
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Develop and perform training programs related to Food Safety and regulatory compliance.
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Ability to document USDA and customer specifications to grade product for quality and condition for all produce commodities.
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Complete daily quality and food safety inspections and reports.
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Ensure compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to receiving, inspection, storage and handling, and shipping of perishable goods.
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Ensure compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures/Documentation/Record Keeping/Inspections /Audits pertaining to Food Safety Compliance.
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Maintain cleanliness and food safe operation(s).
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Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
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At least 2 years prior experience in a similar role
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Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
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Good analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (i.e., written and verbal)
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Ability to successfully train diverse groups in food safety and quality standards
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Preferred Bi-Lingual: English/Spanish
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Team player
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Some travel
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Occasional driving, requiring up-to-date car insurance
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
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Flexible schedule
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Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack certification preferred
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Ability to work in a cold environment
Education:
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2 years’ experience with food safety programs required
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Formal HACCP training/certification required
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High School graduate or equivalent required
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Knowledge of organic handling and certifications a plus
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Internal auditor training preferred
Compensation/Salary:
DOE
Confidential Job:
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