Hybrid Quality Systems Specialist na PS Seasoning

Job Summary:

The Quality Systems Specialist is responsible for ensuring that the company’s food safety and quality management Pre-requisite systems meet SQF standards and maintain SQF certification. This role involves monitoring food safety plans and programs, participating in internal audits, and ensuring compliance with SQF guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

SQF Program Maintenance:

1. Monitor the company’s SQF System in compliance with SQF Code requirements.
2. Serve as the tertiary point of contact for all SQF-related activities and communications.
3. Maintain the Food Safety Plan and Quality Plan documentation, ensuring all production and quality control teams are utilizing the correct forms and system programs
4. Ensure that all employees understand and adhere to the SQF Code and related food safety and quality requirements.
5. Create draft specification sheets from the TraceGains application and route for review by the Quality Systems Coordinator.

Internal Audits and Compliance:

1. Complete assigned internal audits of the SQF System to identify non-conformities and escalate findings to the Quality Systems Coordinator for CAPA entry and review.
2. Assist in any external audits through document organization, and retrieval of monitoring records.
3. Monitor compliance with all food safety regulations, including FDA, USDA, and local health department requirements.
4. Oversee the management of the company’s food safety documentation and records.
5. Maintain the TraceGains application, provide training for new users on its function, assign document reviews, and follow-up with existing vendors for document submissions.

Continuous Improvement:

1. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the food safety and quality systems.
2. Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices related to food safety and SQF standards.

Training and Development:

1. Ensure that all staff involved in performing production or quality tasks have documented training in their roles within the SQF System.
2. Follow-up with management on gaps in assigned training for employees and coordinate scheduling make-up sessions for employee trainings
3. Provide ongoing support and guidance to employees to foster a strong food safety culture.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Quality Assurance, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in food safety, quality assurance, or a related field.
• Beginning knowledge of SQF standards, HACCP principles, and food safety regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and food safety/quality management software.
• Preferred knowledge of ERP systems and inspection planning

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the food manufacturing or processing industry.
• Additional certifications in food safety or quality management preferred (e.g., HACCP, PCQI).

Working Conditions:

• Regular visits to production areas required.
• May require occasional travel to other PS Seasoning facilities for audits, or to post new revisions of documentation.
• Flexible hours may be necessary during audits or in response to food safety incidents.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a food manufacturing environment, including exposure to varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Ability to comply with all cGMP requirements to enter a production environment
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods during audits or inspections