Quality Assurance Specialist in Food Safety

2 weeks ago

Fresno, California, United States Vie Del Full time
Job Overview

Vie-Del is a prominent manufacturer of fruit concentrates, spirits, and wines. We are looking for skilled professionals to become part of our dedicated team. We provide a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive and rewarding workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Food Safety Coordinator plays a crucial role in establishing, executing, and sustaining all elements of food safety, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance initiatives within our organization. This position involves overseeing adherence to USDA, FSMA, and HACCP standards across all departments, as well as managing vendor audits driven by customer requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Develop and manage the Crisis Management Program, including leading Product Traceability efforts, conducting regular reviews of existing procedures, and overseeing the Trace Recall Program. Facilitate the Mock Recall Team to ensure readiness for effective and timely product recalls.
  2. Supervise and uphold all company Quality programs, including GMPs, HACCP protocols, sanitation procedures, microbiological testing, audits, product evaluations, and traceability and recall initiatives.
  3. Ensure the supervision and maintenance of all Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Quality Control Procedures, Laboratory Test Procedures, Product Specifications, Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), and Laboratory Safety protocols.
  4. Maintain both digital and physical records of HACCP and Food Safety Programs as necessary.
  5. Implement and oversee the requirements, policies, procedures, programs, and training components of the food safety system.
  6. Execute all strategies, policies, and procedures related to food safety; maintain open lines of communication with all relevant departments to identify food safety hazards and opportunities for process enhancements.
  7. Conduct vulnerability assessments and develop mitigation strategies for the Food Defense Program to ensure timely and accurate compliance, reducing the risk of intentional adulteration.
  8. Participate in Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) audits conducted by independent third parties, customers, and regulatory bodies. Analyze audit results and formulate corrective action plans for any non-conformances, reviewing outcomes with senior management.
  9. Prepare Regulatory Visit Reports and document corrective action plans for any non-conformances identified during inspections by local, state, or federal regulatory agencies.
  10. Promptly address food safety complaints from customers, effectively communicating resolutions to both internal and external stakeholders as required.
  11. Maintain certifications as a HACCP manager and internal auditor.
  12. Exhibit strong teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, leadership, and organizational skills, along with the ability to motivate others towards achieving results.
  13. Complete all necessary documentation related to food safety, corrective actions, and departmental maintenance of food safety programs, as well as customer requests for vendor/supplier documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Education and Experience: A Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, Enology, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of three years of relevant experience in Food Safety within the Food, Beverage, Dairy, or Wine sectors. HACCP training and certification are mandatory, with additional experience in SQF, GFSI, and FSMA preferred.

  1. Language Proficiency: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations. Proficient in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Capable of effectively communicating with laboratory staff, management, clients, and customers.

  1. Mathematical Skills: Proficient in calculating figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages, with the ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.

  1. Reasoning Ability: Capable of interpreting a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Skilled in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.

  1. Other Requirements: Intermediate or higher proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet applications is necessary.

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