Job Description

• CCP Monitoring and Verification: Supervise and monitor all Critical Control Points (CCPs) related to heat processing, such as cooking temperatures, times, and cooling rates, using thermal instruments, charts, dials, and gauges.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Accurately document all process parameters, test results, and corrective actions in FSQA paperwork to ensure full traceability and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, USDA).
• Inspections and Audits: Perform regular pre-operational and operational inspections of all heat processing equipment (ovens, retorts, etc.) and production areas to ensure sanitary conditions and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Product Testing: Take random samples of in-process and finished products for various analyses, including microbiological testing, sensory evaluations (taste, texture, appearance), and chemical analysis.
• Non-Conformance Management: Identify and place non-conforming products on QA Hold status, document deviations, initiate corrective actions, and verify product compliance before release.
• Equipment Management: Calibrate and maintain equipment used for monitoring compliance, such as temperature probes, pH meters, and data recording devices.
• Training and Collaboration: Work closely with the Production department to address quality issues, train staff on proper procedures and safety protocols, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2-3 years of experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment is preferred.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of food safety principles, HACCP plans, GMPs, SSOPs, and regulatory standards (FDA, USDA, GFSI, SQF). Knowledge of LACF (Low Acid Canned Foods) regulations may be required for specific thermal processes.
• Education: A high school diploma or GED is typically required; an associate's or bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field is often preferred.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and effective communication (verbal and written).
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in environments that may be exposed to heat, humidity, and noise.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Pay is between $100,000-$110,000/year plus performance bonus.