Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Specialist with expertise in Food Safety to join our manufacturing team. This role is essential in ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards, regulatory compliance, and safety requirements. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining quality systems, conducting audits, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to uphold our commitment to excellence in food production. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization committed to quality, safety, and regulatory adherence.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive quality audits across manufacturing processes to verify compliance with internal standards and external regulations such as FDA regulations and GMP guidelines.
- Implement and monitor QA/QC procedures to ensure product consistency, safety, and adherence to quality standards in production.
- Perform detailed quality inspections of raw materials, in-process items, and finished products utilizing proper quality control techniques.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to product quality, process performance, and compliance metrics using Microsoft Office tools.
- Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during all inspection activities to maintain safety standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation of quality inspections, audit findings, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions.
- Support regulatory/legal compliance efforts by ensuring adherence to FDA regulations, ASME codes & standards, and other relevant quality systems.
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to identify root causes of quality issues and implement effective corrective actions.
- Assist in training staff on quality assurance protocols, food safety practices, and the importance of regulatory compliance.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall product quality and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Proven experience in Quality assurance within manufacturing environments, particularly in food production or related sectors.
- Strong understanding of quality standards in production including GMP practices, FDA regulations, and food safety protocols.
- Demonstrated experience conducting quality audits and inspections with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in data collection and analysis skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office suite for reporting purposes.
- Knowledge of regulatory/legal compliance standards applicable to food manufacturing such as FDA regulations and ASME codes & standards.
- Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS) and ISO standards is desirable.
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across departments.
- Ability to follow strict safety protocols including PPE use at all times during inspection activities.
If you are passionate about maintaining high-quality standards within a manufacturing setting and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in our mission to deliver safe, high-quality products through rigorous quality assurance practices.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
