Quality Improvement Coordinator

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic individual with some Quality Control experience to join our team. . The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Food production, and some supervisory experience as well.

Responsibilities

• Assists QA/QC Supervisor in the implementation and improvement of HACCP and Food Safety Plans, SSOP and SOP compliance.
• Ensures compliance to all regulatory standards including HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), SSOP’s (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures), etc.
• Oversees and continually monitors effectiveness of Sanitation Program.
• Communicates frequently with production associates, other company supervisors/managers, and government agencies.
• Assists Quality Supervisor and Manager with third-party audits, customer audits, and government audits.
• Generates ideas to improve quality procedures and participates in development and implementation of new policies, procedures and/or programs. Review existing programs to yield feedback and changes that stimulate continuous improvement. This includes assisting in the evaluation of the implementation of policies or programs to ensure facility is operating based on the established uniform standards.
• Validates quality checks against production specifications.
• Facilitator of training included but is not limited to product quality standards, GMP’s, Food Safety Issues, and HACCP.
• Enforcing Disciplinary Action program as it pertains to quality and food safety issues.
• Generates professional QA documents.
• Pulls production specifications using internal software programs and generates reports.
• Direct all daily sanitation activities within the plant and assure proper completion and documentation.
• Investigate any issues and recommend/complete corrective actions.
• Work in conjunction with Production staff on sanitation tasks
• Facilitate corrective actions related to sanitation and GMPs.
• Control and document inventory levels of sanitation equipment, tools, and chemicals
• Develop, implement, validate and make adjustments to master sanitation schedules.
• Provide initial and annual training on proper sanitation practices.
• Perform zonal inspections each week.
• Perform thorough inspection of entire facility once per month (In conjunction with Quality Manager)
• Assist in the cleaning of all machinery and equipment when necessary.
• Work with Maintenance department to monitor and assure preventive maintenance of sanitation equipment.
• Assist Quality Manager with third-party and government audits.
• Continual focus on sanitation optimization in terms of both efficiency and effectiveness (willingness to adapt and embrace new procedures when beneficial)
• Review pest control monitoring records and trends

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred, but not a requirement.
• Strong administrative and computer skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs: Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point
• Knowledge of quality management systems and software programs
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements.
• Attention to detail an accuracy of work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Proven knowledge of the production area to support all shifts when needed

Qualifications

Preferred Education

• High school diploma or GED

Job Experience

• At least one year of experience in the food manufacturing industry in a quality assurance role..

Certifications/ Licenses

• Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) certification preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and current automobile liability insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23