Food Safety & Quality Specialist, Third Shift

Ferrero•Bloomington, IL

6d•$50,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Safety & Quality Specialist ensures the integrity and quality of products manufactured at Ferrero’s Bloomington, Illinois plant. Positioned on the production floor, the specialist inspects work-in-process and finished products and monitors production activities for compliance with quality standards, good manufacturing practices, and food-safety requirements. The role also supports food-allergen management, product coding, quality documentation, personnel training, and ongoing implementation of quality and food-safety programs.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related field, such as Food Technology, Food Science, Biotechnology, or Food Chemistry.
1–3 years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing effective manufacturing and distribution.
Ability to distinguish colors, shades, and brightness; see details at close range; quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences; identify patterns; and perform basic arithmetic quickly and correctly.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to perform in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Proficiency in SAP systems.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP.

Responsibilities

Inspect finished product output and ensure products meet quality specifications established by the Quality Department.
Examine daily quality reports prepared by production personnel, including data entered into systems such as SAP-QM or Fenice; examine monthly reports and request and verify adjustments as required.
Conduct sensory sessions for semi-finished and finished products.
Support the factory food-allergen management program and product-coding maintenance.
Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems.
Train UGP personnel responsible for product quality checks (self-control).
Record goods movements in SAP, including stock for quality controls and blocked stock.
Ensure quality and food-safety program requirements and standards are implemented, practiced, and maintained.
Conduct internal audits, record statistical data, and analyze production data to verify compliance or identify deviations from standards.
Review Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) documentation daily.
Enforce and promote company guidelines, policies, and good manufacturing practices.