SUMMARY
The Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) Analyst will proactively implement improvements to manufacturing processes that lead to overall enhancements in product quality. The individual will be responsible for maintenance of document control programs, calibrations, support execution of equipment validation, and provide internal and external audit support. The schedule will be Wednesday through Sunday, 11:00am to 7:00pm CST with flexibility to adjust the schedule based on business needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Maintenance and execution of document control program within Sartori Whey
- Maintenance and execution of calibration program
- Leads facility inspections, glass and plastic, and internal audits to assure adherence to quality and food safety standards.
- Assists in equipment quality validation
- Assists audit preparedness efforts and implement/communicate to Sartori Whey team any necessary audit compliance and regulatory changes.
- Assists in customer complaint investigations.
- Translates complex findings into clear, actionable insights for cross-functional teams.
- Maintain pest management program within Sartori Whey
- Backup Provision: In the absence of the FSQ Analyst, the Sartori Whey QA Manager will fulfill the food safety responsibilities of the FSQ Analyst.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalency, required.
- Experience working with front line leaders and production teams on quality systems, compliance standards and continuous improvement standards.
- Experience working in a food or converting facility, desirable.
- Associate’s degree in biology, Microbiology, Food Science, Nutrition, or related field, preferred.
- Travel to the corporate office (PV), Willow Road, and Sartori Whey may be required.
- Valid driver's license required. Must maintain a clean driving record to remain insurable under the company’s insurance policy.
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Organized – works and thinks in a methodical and organized way with a high attention to detail.
- Adaptable – easily adjusts easily to changing priorities / circumstances
- Problem solver – effectively identifies and solves challenging problems
- Collaborative – partners with others across the organization to realize the best results for Sartori.
- Able to handle multiple, complex priorities and balance the needs of each according to business impact.
- Self-motivated with a high degree of ownership and accountability for results.
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to motivate and coach team members on quality systems explaining the why
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
HACCP and SQF Practitioner Certification preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to walk, stand, talk and hear. The Team Member is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member is occasionally required to stoop, climb or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and color vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member will regularly be exposed to non-weather related cold and occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts and caustic sanitation chemicals. The Team Member must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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