Food Safety Quality Systems Clerk

PROTEIN MANAGEMENT GROUP•Reidsville, NC

53d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Food Safety Quality System (FSQS) Clerk is to assist in the coordination efforts of the Lopez Dorada Food Safety and HACCP Programs by working closely with the HACCP Coordinator, FSQS Supervisors as well as with members of operations and engineering departments, to ensure that all immediate and future needs of the company are secure in these areas. The FSQS Clerk will manage data entry files and accuracy of records. The FSQS Clerk will work for continuous improvements by removing any obstacles that may impede completion of documentation assigned within or by the department. As a member of FSQS, one shall always serve as a source of information regarding food and plant safety. All members of FSQS must be empowered to make critical decisions regarding equipment or employee performance when food safety or quality are compromised.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One or a combination of the following is required: Business school, Associates degree or equivalent
Two years clerical experience
Computer skills in MS Office Suite
Be a “Critical Thinker” and a self-starter with the ability to critically evaluate situations based on merit or information provided
Capable of analyzing, creating and communicating production-based reports to pertinent parties
Understand the entire production process and how those processes relate to HACCP and SSOP requirements.
Be familiar with all facility food safety requirements.
Annual food and plant safety trainings are required
The FSQS Clerk shall attend and receive certification in Basic HACCP through any HACCP Alliance Certified program.

Nice To Haves

Two years in-plant experience at a Lopez Dorada plant facility or similar operation preferred

Responsibilities

Managing process data and ensuring the entry and accuracy of that data in Excel Spreadsheets. Data management includes, but is not limited to the following categories: Raw weights data, Piece Count data, Bag weight data
Pre-operational SSOP tracking
Sensory data for weekly cuttings and special projects
Error management and tracking
Generating data summaries based on data entered into spreadsheets.
Ensuring an adequate supply of all production monitoring forms is available at all times
Understanding UPS and FedEx packing and shipping requirements for production samples for FSQS and Product Innovation departments.
Performing relief duties for the FSQS Technicians
Preparing sample analysis request forms (SARFs) and samples for evaluations at third-party laboratory
Ensuring proper presentation and execution of weekly sensory activities
Assisting with routine traceability exercises
Ensuring audit preparedness by managing a systematic filing and organizational practices
Performing appropriate leadership activities as needed within the FSQS Department. Serve in place of FSQS Supervisors and HACCP Coordinator on an as-needed basis (such as vacation) and on regular rotation weekends. Be responsible for and direct the activities of up to 10 hourly employees on a routine basis.