The ideal candidate will possess and live by Mercer Foods core values. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT â ACCOUNTABILITY â INTEGRITY â PERSONAL GROWTH AND WELLNESS â TEAMWORK â WORK - LIFE BALANCE ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct Quality Assurance audits of production facility assuring company standards are maintained and product integrity is preserved. Consult with management to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems. Function as an information source to various company departments when special and critical quality issues occur. Function in conjunction with Manager, Quality Assurance Services on special department projects. This role determines overall plant product quality by conducting and evaluating various product tests and tests related to ingredients and packaging. The Quality Assurance Specialist will resolve minor to major quality problems with the facility; evaluate and take correct action when necessary regarding product at all levels of product movement; educate and instruct plant personnel in recommended quality control testing, equipment and general sanitation and housekeeping practices while confirming these procedures are maintained. Preparation through submission of evaluation reports is a vital function in the role as well.