Job Description

AAK USA INC

FOOD QUALITY ASSURANCE REGULATORY SPECIALIST-RICHMOND, CA

MAKING BETTER HAPPEN FOR 150 YEARS

 At AAK, our company purpose is Making Better Happen and we have been doing it for 150 years. We specialize in sustainably sourced plant-based oils that are used by major manufacturers in making products that we eat and use every day, products you love, like chocolate, veggie burgers, candles, cosmetics, lotions, organic products and more. We are seeking colleagues who want to be part of our ambition to make a better environment and be a better neighbor in our communities. EVERYTHING WE DO IS ABOUT MAKING BETTER HAPPEN TOGETHER

At AAK, we are Making Better Leadership Happen and inspiring our 4,000 colleagues globally. We are looking for leaders who are passionate about innovation and continuous improvement to mobilize teams, manage change and drive the business. Our AAK Global Leadership Universe platform provides career resources including a strong collaborative network with other leaders

Join us in building a better future with us as a FOOD QUALITY ASSURANCE REGULATORY SPECIALIST. The Food Quality Assurance Regulatory Specialist is responsible for ensuring food safety and quality at AAK Richmond, CA through the administration of Food Safety programs and documentation, including but not limited to procedures, work instructions, and records that describe and document the operations of the facility, conducting formal monthly audits, and leading the Food Safety Committee

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures that the Quality Manual and Quality Library remain current and reflect actual work practices.

  • Updates procedures, work instructions, and records when changes are made in the facility.
  • Updates procedures, work instructions, and records when Production, Quality, the Quality Manager, or any other job function identifies an opportunity for improvement.
  • Writes training materials to facilitate training on changes.
  • Updates and upgrades the food safety auditing scheme when necessary.

• Ensures food safety and quality:

  • Maintains and updates the HACCP plan for all production lines. Lead the HACCP team.
  • Performs formal monthly food safety audits and informal continuous audits of the entire facility and assign and monitor corrective actions.
  • Performs formal monthly glass and brittle plastic audits and informal continuous audits of the entire facility and assign and monitor corrective actions.
  • Ensures that all incoming packaging liners, super sacs, stretch wrap, and top sheets meet specifications. Reject non-conforming material.

• Maintains documentation for third-party audits.

  • Ensures that relevant personnel are informed of audits and request their presence.
  • Ensures that the facility is ready for inspection. Pre-audit meeting, inspection and review for each audit.
  • Prepares documentation and presentations for auditors, facilitating tours of the facility and answer questions.  Develop pre-audit packet for all AAK Richmond, CA auditors.
  • Provides documents in the Quality Manual and Quality Library for review.

• Acts as chairperson of the Food Safety Committee, which is an internal food safety auditing program:

  • Sets the yearly schedule of audits and update yearly paperwork.
  • Leads monthly meetings.
  • Sends out monthly audits for completion.
  • Completes monthly audits as assigned.
  • Follows up on corrective actions taken.

• Responds to customer requests for information

  • Fills out and returns customer-supplied forms to Customer Service along with requested documents.
  • Works with document specialist on customer portal.
  • Updates and maintain ICIX.

• Participates in Production, Quality, or R&D projects. Ensure personal and food safety throughout.

• Other functions as needed by Production, Quality, or other departments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required: 

• Engineering, Science, or food science degree, or 5+ years’ work experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing
• FSMA and food safety/HACCP audit experience
• Strong writing, oral communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) with management, customers, and other co-workers
• Knowledge of word documents, spreadsheets, and e-mail
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship, now and in the future
• PCQI Certification a plus

YOUR REWARDING CAREER AND BENEFITS INCLUDE:

●       Leadership development, e-learning and tuition reimbursement programs offering potential for you to progress your future career

●       Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire

●       Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500

●       401(k) Plan with 100% match

●       Free Life and Disability insurance  

●       Employee Assistance Program

●       Supplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal  Insurance Plans

●       Discounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more

●       Celebrations, events, and activities on site and supporting our communities

●       Amazon AwardCo recognition incentives for service and peer to peer recognition

We take responsibility, together with you, for health and safety and for creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusivity. Our leadership is committed to unleash your potential. We believe that a diverse team brings new perspectives and ideas to the table and motivates us to Making Better Happen in everything we do together. We prohibit discrimination of any kind and  foster a work environment that’s welcoming and accepting so that anyone who applies or  joins AAK has equal access to opportunity.

Visit us at www.aak.com

AAK USA, Inc.  is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to workforce diversity. EOE. M/F/D/V.

 EVERYTHING WE DO IS ABOUT MAKING BETTER HAPPEN™

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Company Description

AAK has been Making Better Happen for 150 years. Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen within the Chocolate & Confectionary, Bakery, Dairy, Candles, Plant-Based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care industries. AAK specializes in plant-based and organic oils that are sourced sustainably. AAK innovates new formulas and provides ingredients to major manufacturers to make chocolate silkier, plant-based burgers juicer, bakery products and pizza crusts flakier and crisper, candles burn better. At the heart of AAK is our Passionate, Collaborative, Accountable and Agile team Making Better Happen. We are innovating and manufacturing ingredients for food products that people love to consume, candles, personal care products like lotions and lip balms, even infant nutrition formula and adult specialty nutrition drinks. Sustainability is at the heart of our purpose and embedded in all parts of the AAK value chain. We call this “Making Better Happen – from plant to brand” and this is reflected in our updated framework for sustainability – the House of Sustainability. Join our 3,900 colleagues throughout the world who are dedicated to Making Better Happen with diversity and inclusion, community relations and environmental responsibility. Visit us at www.aak.com