Hybrid Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician na FreshDirect

About Us

We’re FreshDirect, we’ve offered the best selection of fresh food since 2002, and we can proudly say that we pioneered online grocery shopping. From our state-of-the art facility in the Bronx, we provide grocery delivery to the greater New York City metropolitan area, with seasonal service to eastern Long Island and the Jersey Shore. FreshDirect is building a better food system by bringing people closer to the highest quality, freshest food possible through a best-in-class delivery experience. We do this by having higher standards, sourcing locally and sustainably, and caring more for the people and communities we serve.

The Role

 The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for conducting food safety, pre-operational, and Good Manufacturing Practices inspections to ensure compliance with rules and regulations. The  technician will also be responsible for monitoring specific food safety controls to ensure that they fall within the established critical limits.  As needed, the candidate may be required to work on specific food safety projects, perform basic food safety training with line staff and any other task required to support safe food production within the operations.

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine food safety and sanitation audits as assigned, clearly and concisely capture audit findings and report with clear corrective actions
•  Monitor sanitation and GMP systems to determine compliance with established standards and take appropriate corrective actions.
   
• Actively promote a strong GMP culture by adhering to established GMPs and providing coaching as necessary for line employees
• Assist with environmental testing 
• Engage sanitation partners to execute corrective actions and verification
• Effectively communicate inspection findings in a timely manner through established channel
• The role is for the overnight shift

 What You Bring

•   Bachelor’s or associate degree in a science discipline is preferred 
•  Must be able to speak, read and write English
•     Excellent oral and written communication skills
•     Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
•    Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a preferred
•    Ability to work effectively within a team
•    Attention to detail 
•    Must be able to work at least one weekend day per week
•    Must be able to work in cold environment (average temperature 40oF) 
•    NYC Food Protection or Servsafe certificate a plus

What we Offer

• The expected compensation for this role is $ $27.50 - $28.85per year, depending on experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be discussed during the interview process.
• Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
• Health Benefits: Medical, vision, dental and voluntary disability benefits.
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) + employer match and life insurance.
• Location: Our state-of-the-art campus is located in the Bronx, featuring an on-site gym, cafeteria and an employee market. We offer free on-site parking and provide an employee shuttle service from nearby MTA stations.
• People Investment: We offer on the job training to our operations and transportation team members to facilitate career advancement. Additionally, we invest in leadership development programs that provide opportunities for professional growth. We have also partnered with local colleges to offer tuition discounts.
• Perks: Employees can take advantage of a 20% employee discount on online orders and at our wine store. Our on-site employee market showcases our products at substantial markdowns. Additionally, we organize vendor spotlights and engagement events that give employees the opportunity to experience our products firsthand.

Our Culture

We embrace an in-office culture, composed of individuals who thrive on the collaboration and energy that comes from working together in a shared space. We are looking for people who excel in this environment, where physical presence enhances connections and engagement. At FreshDirect, we've created an environment that thrives on teamwork, where associates can innovate, grow, and have successful careers. Many of our leaders have successfully come up through our ranks. Because of our team's extraordinary efforts, we are a leading innovator in the e-commerce and grocery industries.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fresh Direct, LLC and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Expectations may be subject to change as the needs of the organization changes.

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