Food Safety and Quality Technician - 3rd Shift

Schwan's Company • Westfield, NY

2d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 0 to 1 year of experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) as it applies to specific plant operations (HACCP certification preferred).
• Work in a variety of temperatures.
• Learn and operate standard laboratory equipment and keep accurate documentation of daily information.

Nice To Haves

• HACCP certification preferred.
• Demonstrated intermediate level proficiency in SAP, the Microsoft Windows Suite toinclude Word, Excel and PowerPoint; ability to read and interpret basic technical documents; demonstrated knowledgeof HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) as it applies to specific plant operations; must have satisfactorycurrent job performance; ability to work in a variety of temperatures; must have satisfactory safety record; abilityto learn and operate standard laboratory equipment; demonstrated ability to keep accurate documentation of dailyinformation; demonstrated ability to complete investigation and the documenting of incidents involvingproduct/ingredient Food Safety issues; demonstrated written and verbal English communication skills to accuratelycreate and document company reports; demonstrated ability to read and understand product specifications; basic communication skills and interpersonal skills; basic math skills; solid interpersonal and communication skills;

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure daily adherence to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), promptly reporting any deviations or issues to management.
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain quality reports and documentation, including specification notices, trend analyses, and SAP transaction processing for product release from QA hold.
• Verify regulatory compliance of manufacturing formulas and procedures, initiating corrective actions as needed to maintain product quality and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Food Chemistry, Microbiology, Sensory, and Product Development to obtain samples and information for comprehensive product testing.
• Conduct investigations into food safety incidents, perform formulation audits, and deliver GMP and food safety training to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Benefits

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• Paid holidays
• 3 Health Plans
• 2 Dental Plans
• 2 Vision Plans
• Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Numerous company-paid benefits, including, financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees