QA Specialist

Klosterman Baking Co•Springboro, OH

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Q.A. Specialists will observe and monitor raw materials, in-process products and finished products to comply with all laws, policies, and standards governing food safety and product quality. Q.A. Specialists are obligated to report all food safety issues that may occur.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Quality assurance: 3 years (Required)
Must have Understanding of HACCP principles

Nice To Haves

Previous Quality inspection and auditing experience preferred
PCQI experience
Strong organizational skills required
Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - including Outlook, Teams, Excel, Sharepoint, Word, etc
3 years of Previous QA experience in food manufacturing preferred

Responsibilities

Keep records of quality tests completed.
Provide updated testing requirements and procedures as defined by the customer.
Prioritize customer specifications and ensure all product meets customer specification requirements.
Adhere to all industry quality and safety standards.
Assist management team in internal audits, GMP walkthroughs and plant observations.
Ability to conduct basic biological and laboratory testing of finished product.
Proper performance of quality checks associated with bakery products.
Logic and Reasoning Ability: Able to solve problems relating to quality requirements and testing.
Math Ability: Able to add subtract, multiply, divide, and estimate.
Integrity: Honest, respectful of others, calm and patient in the face of adversity.
Physical: Capable of standing and walking for long periods of time.
Environmental: Work within a noisy environment. Work within a non-climate-controlled workspace where temperatures may vary (typical in manufacturing environments).
Dependability: Good attendance.
Adhere to OSHA policies and company safety procedures and requirements.
Submit documentation for safety hazards to a supervisor when identified.
Avoid rushing, awkward positions, and lifting heavy objects alone.
Understanding of HACCP.
Follow all GMPs.
Properly follow allergen procedures
Monitor product surfaces and work area for any source of cross contamination.
Report any foreign material or food safety risk to a supervisor immediately.
Lead by example by demonstrating what is expected of the food safety culture of Klosterman Baking Company.
Assist in distributing food safety culture surveys to employees.
Complete required checks as defined by the customer.
Understand and meet product specifications.
Inform production supervisor, general manager and/or quality manager if product is not within specification.
Generate and maintain product on hold and follow proper hold procedures.
Conduct training with associates regarding food safety, SQF and quality initiatives.
Assist quality manager in investigating and resolving customer complaints.