Documentation Specialist A

Barrett Petfood • Brainerd, MN

9d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Barrett Petfood as a Full-Time COA Specialist and become a vital part of our innovative team in Brainerd, MN. This onsite position immerses you in a dynamic environment where your problem-solving skills and customer-centric focus will shine. With a competitive pay ranging from $22 to $24 per hour, you’ll enjoy rewarding work that directly impacts our beloved pets’ health and happiness. As a member of our high-performance culture, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with passionate colleagues who thrive on innovation and integrity. Your schedule will be Mon - Fri 2pm-1030pm.
This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to contribute to a fun, safety-conscious workplace where your ideas matter. Make your mark in the exciting world of pet food manufacturing and help us create extraordinary products for our furry friends.
As a Full-Time COA Specialist at Barrett Petfood, you will primarily work in a desk role focused on maintaining the integrity of our quality assurance processes. You will be responsible for ensuring that all receiving and raw material QA documents are consistently up to date, while diligently managing and tracking logs to ensure compliance. Additionally, you’ll have the important task of releasing ingredients for production, making sure all suppliers meet regulatory requirements.
This role may also involve providing administrative support to our QA personnel as necessary. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a structured environment where your contributions directly support our mission to provide high-quality pet food, this position is ideal for you.

Requirements

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities are critical, enabling you to navigate challenges effectively.
• Excellent communication skills will facilitate clear interactions with team members and suppliers, fostering a collaborative approach to quality assurance.
• Familiarity with raw materials and finished products is desired, as it enhances your ability to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Proficient computer skills are necessary for managing documentation and tracking logs accurately.
• A keen attention to detail is a must, ensuring that all QA processes are meticulously upheld.
• Additionally, your ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment is vital.
• A positive approach to training and educating employees on quality, technical, and sanitation issues will further strengthen our commitment to delivering exceptional pet food products.

Responsibilities

• Review all documentation for incoming materials to ensure product meets specification and follow up with supplier when it doesn't.
• Ensure all materials were received correctly into ERP system.
• Request any missing or additional documentation needed from suppliers.
• Document any deviations or discrepancies in detail for accounting purposes.
• Investigate issues with receiving personnel to ensure satisfactory and speedy resolution.
• Release satisfactory material for use in the facility.
• Quickly adapt to changes in raw material demands by monitoring release requests.
• Request, review, and maintain a variety of documents needed for regulatory compliance from customers and suppliers.
• Maintain databases of raw materials.
• Assist with managing the approved supplier list.
• Assist with managing the approved ingredient list.
• Run tests on incoming materials to ensure compliance as needed.
• Assists QA personnel with administrative duties as needed.
• Follows and helps to maintain all plant safety rules.
• Reports all incidents/ accidents.
• Promotes, monitors, and adheres to all QA system guidelines.
• Assist in compliance and upkeep of HACCP programs related to job duties.
• Maintains and ensures effective communication with supplier, customer, and vendor representatives.
• Maintains and ensures effective communication with all plant and departmental concerns.
• Works as a team with other quality and plant personnel.
• Recording, filing and e-filing data and records.

Benefits

• medical (company paid)
• dental
• vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• life insurance
• health savings account
• paid time off
• seven paid holidays
• employee discounts
• complimentary pet food
• fun, company-sponsored events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees