Food Safety & Quality Product Specialist

Ferrero•Franklin Park, IL

24d•$54,908 - $73,211•Onsite

About The Position

We have a current opening for a FSQ UGP Specialist and are actively reviewing applications. As the Food Safety & Quality Specialist, you will ensure the integrity and highest level of food safety and quality for all Ferrero products produced in the Franklin Park, IL plant. Food Safety & Quality Specialist will be responsible for the inspection of work in process and finished products. As the Food Safety & Quality Specialist, you will ensure compliance of quality standards for all products, GMPs and Food Safety. Flexibility on shift schedule.

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, PCQI 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