Quality Specialist

Responsibilities

• Create and review raw materials specifications focusing on microbiology and chemical contaminants
• Perform Food Safety Assessments and develop pHACCP and rMMS for new product projects
• Ensure technical knowledge transfer to operations through training and specification handovers
• Promote compliance with Management System requirements and applicable standards
• Support regulatory visits from bodies such as the FDA or USDA
• Provide technical assistance to factory Quality functions and Application Groups
• Support preparation efforts for ISO and NMS certifications

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or equivalent
• Background or knowledge in Food Microbiology and/or toxicology
• Experience in the food industry within quality, R&D, or manufacturing areas
• Experience with ingredient specifications and quality by design
• Experience participating in audit teams or improvement projects

Preferred Qualifications

• HACCP team membership
• ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 certification

Benefits

• $32.00 per hour plus overtime
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance