Food Safety & Quality Product Specialist

Ferrero•Franklin Park, IL

7d•$54,908 - $73,211•Onsite

About The Position

This role ensures the integrity and highest level of food safety and quality for all Ferrero products produced in the Franklin Park, IL plant. The specialist is responsible for the inspection of work in process and finished products, ensuring compliance with quality standards, GMPs, and Food Safety regulations. The hours for this position are 5am to 1pm.

Requirements

Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Biotechnology, or Food Chemistry; Bachelor’s Degree highly preferred.
1-3 years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to perform in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in SAP systems preferred.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP strongly preferred.
Knowledge of GFSI standards.

Responsibilities

Ensure the inspection of the finished product output; guarantee finished products meet quality specifications established by the Quality Department.
Ensure the examination of the quality reports from the day prepared by production personnel (entry of data into system such as SAP-QM); ensure the examination of monthly reports; request and verify adjustment as required.
Support factory food allergen management program and product traceability.
Conduct risk assessments from materials, events, or the environment to identify non-conformities/deviations and CAPA.
Train production employees personnel regarding quality check of the product (self-control).
Record goods movements in SAP (e.g. stock for quality controls / blocked stock, etc.).
Ensure all program requirements/standards regarding quality and food safety are implemented, practiced, and maintained.
Internal auditing, recording statistical data and analyzing production data to verify compliance or determine deviation from existing standards.
Execute daily review of the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) documentation.
Enforce and promote all company guidelines, policies, and good manufacturing practices.
Manage assigned food safety and quality projects as needed.