Quality Specialist

Ferrero • Bloomington, IL

310d • $52,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Quality Product Specialist performs a variety of quality control tests/inspections and/or standard microbiological, chemical, physical, or sensory testing and assays on products, materials, components, etc. at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in related field such as Food Technology, Food Science, Biotechnology, or Food Chemistry; Bachelor's Degree highly preferred
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness; ability to see details at close range; ability to compare similarities and differences quickly and accurately, ability to identify or detect a pattern; ability to add, subtract, multiply or divide quickly and correctly
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to perform in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in SAP systems preferred
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HAACP strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure the inspection of the finished product output; guarantee finished products meet quality specifications established by the Quality Department
• Ensure the examination of the quality reports from the day prepared by production personnel (entry of data into system such as SAP-QM or Fenice); ensure the examination of monthly reports; request and verify adjustment as required
• Conduct sensory sessions for semi-finished and finished product
• Support factory food allergen management program and product coding maintenance
• Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems
• Train personnel responsible for quality check of the product (self-control)
• Record goods movements in SAP (e.g. stock for quality controls / blocked stock, etc.)
• Ensure all program requirements/standards regarding quality and food safety are implemented, practiced, and maintained
• Internal auditing, recording statistical data and analyzing production data to verify compliance or determine deviation from existing standards
• Execute daily review of the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) documentation
• Enforce and promote all company guidelines, policies, and good manufacturing practices

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree