Reporting to the Plant Manager you will, under guidance, implements programs within the functional area of Quality/Food Safety.  Support relevant Quality and Food Safety procedures. Oversee the daily execution of activities related area of expertise and focus.

You Will:

• Help with designing and implementation of procedures within assigned technical area(s) of responsibility.

• Participate on teams to assure implementation and adherence of QA plans and process improvement of our suppliers.

• Perform assigned technical tasks/tasks associated with department procedures.

• Gather and studies data to understand trends and issues and to make decisions related to product safety and quality in areas of assigned responsibility.

• Provide technical support and analyze data in managing situations and issues relative to quality and food safety.

• Interfaces/provide technical support to appropriate functions and employees to assure regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company's products.

• Work with company facilities to facilitate an ongoing relationship with packaging material suppliers.

• Evaluate effectiveness and assure continuous improvement in assigned areas of responsibility.

You Have:

• BS in Food, Biological or Chemical Science or related field with 1 year industry experience OR 3 years in quality or related scientific field

• Knowledge of food safety and quality systems and manufacturing processes, technologies or other relevant responsibilities.

• Familiarity in using continuous improvement tools (SPC, Capability Studies) and fundamentals.

• Knowledge of government regulatory requirements in food packaging (GFSI, FSMA, FDA, and USDA)

• Sound report writing

• Strength in setting an example for others.

• Troubleshooting experience

• Data analysis

• Investigative skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, walk and/or stand for up to 8 hours a day

• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders on a regular basis

• Pushing/pulling various plant materials and/or equipment

• Will maneuver in cramped/confined spaces

• Exposure to manufacturing environments for up to 8 hours per work day to include:  loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, slippery conditions, dirt, fumes, smoke, smells and allergies 

• Frequent bending and/or crawling; must be able to move safely and freely around machinery

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Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences
• Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)