Quality Specialist - 1st Shift (Food Manufacturing)

ConAgra Foods•Louisville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will support food safety and quality programs by analyzing data, implementing processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. Typical Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1st shift (7:00 am- 3:00 pm or 8:00 am -4:00 pm), with flexibility based on business needs. On-Call Support: Occasional after-hours and weekend support, including phone and/or onsite response as needed to maintain quality coverage in a 24/7 operation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biological Science, Chemical Science, or a related field or equivalent experience.
3+ years of food manufacturing, food safety, or quality experience.
Knowledge of food safety systems, manufacturing processes, and quality programs.
Knowledge of Global Food Safety Initiative, Food Safety Modernization Act, Food and Drug Administration, and United States Department of Agriculture requirements.
Strong data analysis, troubleshooting, investigative, and report-writing skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Travel up to 40% as needed.

Responsibilities

Analyze quality and food safety data to identify trends, resolve issues, and support informed decision-making.
Provide technical support and guidance to plant teams on food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Partner with operations, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to improve quality systems and drive process improvements.
Develop, implement, and maintain quality processes, procedures, and related documentation.
Evaluate program effectiveness, monitor compliance, and recommend continuous improvement opportunities.
Support investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and other assigned quality initiatives.