What are the responsibilities and job description for the SENIOR QA FOOD TECHNOLOGIST position at Daymon Worldwide Inc?
Summary
Position Summary
The Sr QA and Sensory Technologist supports the retailers overall program objectives through the management and implementation of quality assurance practices such as product monitoring and evaluation, customer feedback programs and supplier standards. They will be required to manage the timely submission of any formal regulatory applications in support of the private brands program to ensure retailer compliance. The role manages relationships with retailer cross-functional teams, customers and manufacturers. They will also be expected to regularly review and provide adjustments to current processes and procedures to maximize efficiencies.
- Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage the development, implementation and administration of Quality Assurance operational procedures, policies, programs and systems
- Manage overall product development process for assigned clients / customers and / or assigned products
- Administer the private label quality assurance testing program for specific products or clients
- Lead the day to day management of the retailers customer feedback programs for private brands
- Resolve issues or concerns regarding current product quality and recommends solutions for corrective action with Vendor
- Audit critical categories for quality integrity and food safety
- Design, execute, and analyze results from consumer tests and sensory evaluations of Private Label brand and competitive brand products
- Ensure the federal and state regulations for products and packaging are tracked, monitored for changes, and met.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports- This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports
Travel and / or Driving Requirements
Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the jobEducation Level : (Required) : Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Field of Study / Area of Experience : Science5 Years of experience in Science with laboratory experience required, preferrably with Food Science
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66% each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 30lbs.
Additional Information Regarding Advantage Solutions Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by ones supervisor or other manager related to the position / department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled
Responsibilities
The Company is one of North Americas leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Position Summary
The Sr QA and Sensory Technologist supports the retailers overall program objectives through the management and implementation of quality assurance practices such as product monitoring and evaluation, customer feedback programs and supplier standards. They will be required to manage the timely submission of any formal regulatory applications in support of the private brands program to ensure retailer compliance. The role manages relationships with retailer cross-functional teams, customers and manufacturers. They will also be expected to regularly review and provide adjustments to current processes and procedures to maximize efficiencies.
Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage the development, implementation and administration of Quality Assurance operational procedures, policies, programs and systems
Manage overall product development process for assigned clients / customers and / or assigned products
Administer the private label quality assurance testing program for specific products or clients
Lead the day to day management of the retailers customer feedback programs for private brands
Resolve issues or concerns regarding current product quality and recommends solutions for corrective action with Vendor
Audit critical categories for quality integrity and food safety
Design, execute, and analyze results from consumer tests and sensory evaluations of Private Label brand and competitive brand products
Ensure the federal and state regulations for products and packaging are tracked, monitored for changes, and met.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports- This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports
Travel and / or Driving Requirements
Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the jobEducation Level : (Required) : Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Field of Study / Area of Experience : Science5 Years of experience in Science with laboratory experience required, preferrably with Food Science
Skills, Knowledge and AbilitiesStrong Written & Verbal Communication SkillsAbility to Exercise Sound JudgementWell Organized, Detail Oriented, & able to Handle Fast Paced Work EnvironmentFlexible & Adaptable, able to change & Alter According to changes in Projects or Business EnvironmentKnowledge of generally accepted practices, procedures, & standard policy & procedure development techniquesAbility to Gather Data, Compile Information, & Prepare ReportsBasic Computer Skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, & web browsers
Environmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically, requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66% each day), ability to hear telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may require the ability to lift up to 30lbs.
Additional Information Regarding Advantage Solutions Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by ones supervisor or other manager related to the position / department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
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Job LocationsUS-TN-Goodlettsville
CityGoodlettsville
State / ProvinceTN
Postal Code37070
CountryUS
Requisition ID2024-433949
Position TypeFull Time
CategoryCreative & Product Services
MinimumUSD $73,000.00 / Yr.
MaximumUSD $80,000.00 / Yr.
Salary : $73,000 - $80,000
