QA Document Control Specialist

Position Summary

Assures all relevant quality assurance documents are current and up to date.  You will be responsible for, but not limited to, improving the effectiveness of the Quality Management System to serve the business better.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines.
• Ensures all supplier documents are current and up to date and updates any supplier information as necessary.
• Reviews all Production and Bottling CCPs are met and adhered to.
• Review all documents associated with SSOP pre-op, daily sanitation, and Master sanitation Logs.
• Reviews and verifies that all changeover logs, pack-out and bottling inspections, online inspections, and calibrations are completed accurately.
• Update product release log once all reviews are complete.
• Reviews and verifies all Thermometer, scale, and PH meter calibrations.
• Sends and maintains log for all Corrective actions.
• Assist with SQF prep where needed for supplier program updates, hold program dispositions, and any other items as requested.
• Must be able to cover all Quality Control Technician duties.
• Supports the QC techs and Lab techs whenever needed.
• Performs other tasks delegated by the Quality Manager
• Report any food safety problems to the SQF Practitioner or Department Supervisor in a timely manner so that corrective actions may be performed.
• Adhere to SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines when in the plant.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Job Qualifications

Education: A high school diploma is required. HACCP certification is also required (but can be obtained on the job).

Experience: 1-2 years QC or/and food industry experience (preferred but not required).

Knowledge: What does the person in this role need to know? Active Forklift Certification is required. 

Other Skills:

• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must have strong computer skills.                                                                                                                                                               
• Must have strong critical thinking skills.
• Must adapt to constant changes and work independently with moderate supervision.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to multi-task.

Other Abilities: Managing multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines. Ability to comprehend quality systems in preparation for audits.

Working and Environmental Conditions

This position involves regular desk work with occasional exposure to a wet refrigerated manufacturing facility with temperatures below 40°F. Tasks may occasionally be performed in a dry warehouse environment with temperatures reaching up to 85°F and/or occasional exposure to freezer warehouse conditions at –10°F. Work areas may be tight and will require continuous exposure to noisy environments exceeding 85 dBA. Strict adherence to safety protocols is mandatory, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, ear protection, and steel-toed shoes. The role demands the ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently and safely.

Physical Demands

Must be able to sit, stand and/or walk for the entirety of the shift. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20lbs with continuous motion. Must be able to push/pull 20lbs with continuous motion. Must be able to navigate manufacturing equipment and facilities including repetitive bending, kneeling, reaching over head with both arms, stooping, squatting, and twisting. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work at heights when needed. Must be able to regularly use hands to handle, grasp and control objects with good gripping strength and manual dexterity. Requires time in front of a computer screen for extended periods. Occasional exposure to moving machinery. Must be able to pass a fit-for-duty physical exam.

Benefits

Come join the Suja Life! We offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and other ancillary benefits
• Matching 401k
• Vacation, sick and holiday time off
• Juice Benefits!

Compensation

$20 - $24/HR DOE

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Suja Life is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations regarding pay.

Salary : $20 - $24