FSQA Analyst

B&G Foods Inc.•Ankeny, IA

About The Position

The FSQA Analyst ensures that food safety, quality, and regulatory standards are upheld throughout the production process. The role combines line inspection duties with broader QA/QC system responsibilities, quality control testing, support for continuous improvement, compliance, and operational excellence. The position works Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of experience in manufacturing and/or laboratory/QA roles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and ERP systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to make accurate measurements using laboratory instruments.
Time-management skills and self-motivation for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Monitor critical control points and production processes to ensure compliance with specifications.
Promote food safety, quality, GMP, and workplace safety standards through day-to-day engagement in production areas and the laboratory.
Test raw material and finished-good samples during production, including pH, Brix, CO₂, titration, and density, and document results in production and QC records.
Conduct additional facility-required laboratory analysis, including microbiological, physical, and chemical testing.
Assist in onsite QC laboratories with calibration, instrumentation qualification, inventory management, and other duties as needed.
Help resolve quality and food safety issues and participate in root cause analysis and troubleshooting in production areas and the laboratory.
Participate in SQF internal food safety audits and food safety GMP inspections.
Maintain and verify FSQ documentation compliance.
Participate in internal audits, mock recalls, and facility inspections.
Calibrate equipment and support ERP system updates.
Support document control and the retention sample library.
Provide backup for critical programs as needed and perform other tasks such as environmental swabbing and sanitation clearance protocols.