FSQA Analyst

B&G Foods•Ankeny, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This FSQA Analyst will support evening operations from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm. The FSQA Analyst ensures that food safety, quality, and regulatory standards are upheld throughout the production process. This role combines line inspection duties with broader QA/QC system responsibilities, QC testing, supporting continuous improvement, compliance, and operational excellence.

Requirements

1-3 years in manufacturing and/or laboratory/QA roles
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ERP systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail and effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Capable of accurate measurement using lab instruments.
Time management and self-motivation for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Monitor critical control points and production processes to ensure compliance with specifications.
Facilitate food safety, quality, GMP, and workplace safety standards across the facility through day-to-day engagement in production area and laboratory.
Conduct raw material and finished good sample testing (e.g., pH, Brix, CO₂, titration, density) throughout production and document in production and QC records.
Conduct additional laboratory analysis as needed including: microbiological, physical, and chemical testing required by each facility.
Provide assistance in the onsite QC Laboratories, as needed, to support calibration, instrumentation qualification, and other duties such as inventory management.
Assist in resolving quality and food safety issues, participate in root cause analysis and troubleshooting efforts in the production area and 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 retention sample library.
May be assigned backup duties for critical programs as needed or other tasks such as environmental swabbing and sanitation clearance protocols.