Sr. Quality Assurance Tech & Labeling Compliance Coordinator

JOB TITLE: Sr. Quality Assurance Tech & Labeling Compliance Coordinator

SUMMARY: The SR. QA Tech & Labeling Compliance role is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of labeling compliance within the organization. This role also assists the QA team, managing labeling compliance with USDA/FSIS regulations, and supporting product innovation and improvement initiatives across multiple departments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Labeling Compliance & Maintenance:

• Maintain and update product specifications, including recipes, nutritional information, allergen statements, and labeling claims, using R&D software (e.g., Genesis by ESHA).

• Utilize software (BarTender) for in-house label creation and ensure proper barcode formats are used in packaging and labeling.

• Manage USDA/FSIS labeling compliance and submit requests for label approvals, temporary approvals, and extensions.

• Ensure all labeling adheres to regulatory requirements, including ingredient statements, allergen declarations, nutritional facts panels, and claims.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as R&D, Marketing, Sales, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, and Legal to ensure accurate labeling and compliance with government regulations.

• Develop, review, and approve label copy and packaging designs to ensure they are accurate, compliant, and meet customer specifications.

• Provide internal and external support for inquiries regarding nutrition, ingredients, labeling claims, and compliance.

• Evaluate and optimize ingredients, formulations, and processes to enhance product quality, shelf-life, and customer satisfaction.

Regulatory & Compliance Support:

• Act as a technical resource for the company regarding regulatory matters, especially related to USDA/FSIS regulations and labeling compliance.

• Ensure all products meet federal and state regulatory requirements, including maintaining necessary licenses and filing reports on schedule.

• Liaise with external regulatory agencies and third-party auditors, ensuring timely and accurate responses to audits, Non-Compliance Reports (NR’s), and corrective actions.

• Keep up-to-date with the latest industry regulations and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance across all departments.

Quality Assurance Support:

• Assist the QA team, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and company standards.

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of HACCP and SSOP programs to ensure food safety and product quality.

• Review daily QA documentation, perform pre-shipment reviews, and investigate root cause deviations to maintain product quality and safety standards.

• Assist in audits and inspections, ensuring proper sanitation practices are followed, and manage corrective actions for any discrepancies.

• Monitor microbiological testing, food chemistry, and safety procedures in alignment with regulatory standards.

• Design and implement data collection and analysis systems to monitor product and process quality.

• Manage the Material Review Area to ensure timely disposition of discrepant materials and proper documentation.

• Perform Validation of processes to ensure the effectiveness and accuracy of all production and compliance activities.

• Monitor and maintain GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) standards, such as SQF to ensure the facility remains compliant with industry certifications.

• Prepare and submit weekly reports that track key performance indicators (KPIs) across various departments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. degree in Food Sciences, or Food/Agricultural/Biological Engineering

• Preferred 4 plus years of Operations/R&D/Quality technical knowledge in food manufacturing/operations

• Proficient in using Genesis (by ESHA), BarTender

• HACCP Certification

• SQF Certification

• Proficient at analyzing data and providing corrective action to improve product performance, shelf life, and improvements.

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

• Proven excellent work ethic with demonstrated high levels of initiative and self-direction

• Demonstrated strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

• Excellent organizational and communication (written and oral) skills.

• Computer skills and proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other software/applications.

• Willing to travel as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and go up and down stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and climb ladders. Must be able to work 6 days a week 10 to 12 hours a day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; moderate cold and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately high.

Disclaimer Statement

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all accountabilities, activities, skills, and knowledge needed to perform the job. Please note that job functions are reviewed periodically and are subject to change based upon company business need.

Bobak Sausage Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.