Seasonal Quality Specialist

The Wonderful Company•Del Rey, CA

5d•$25 - $27

About The Position

From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates. The Seasonal Quality Specialist is responsible for assisting in maintaining processing records to support product, packaging, and ingredient holds, and in reviewing documents for product release. Review manufacturing process records to ensure that customer and regulatory requirements are met. Review, create, and maintain daily production files, which include all production processing, quality paperwork, and other site-wide documents for other departments. Also will assist in supervision of all quality assurance functions, implementation, development, audit and maintenance of plant’s quality and food safety systems. Also, including HACCP helps ensure compliance and customer satisfaction by monitoring personnel, training, and maintaining technical expertise. Provide technical support and resources to quality assurance personnel, production, and other plant departments.

Requirements

Familiarity with state-specific food safety laws.
Ability to see the plan with business perspectives, and work hands-on to complete given tasks.
Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to provide guidance and assistance to all levels of employees, with professional communication skills, directing personnel on duties and assignments.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently, performing efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable to scheduling and environments.
Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict management skills.
Ability to perform analysis and communicate results effectively.
Computer-literate, intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
At least having a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent such as a General Educational Development (GED) certificate and experience in a leading capacity, with a specific emphasis in food safety preferably within a production/manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

Record Review
The record review function should be viewed as the final control measure to ensure product safety. Not later than one working day after production and before the product is released for distribution, a qualified representative of plant must review, date and sign the required records. The thorough review is necessary to determine whether the records are complete, the scheduled process has been properly applied, and the critical factors have been correctly controlled.
The individual responsible for reviewing the records should watch for deficiencies in recordkeeping or normal monitoring procedures that must be corrected immediately, investigated thoroughly for potential problems or trends, and prompt a review and possible update of existing procedures.
Recordkeeping
Responsible for Record Retention. Maintain accurate records and logs of all non-conforming products and/or product releases. Assure the release of products in a timely manner. Assure the disposition of non-conforming products, raw material, and packaging in a timely manner
Quality and Food Safety
Development, implementation and maintenance of all applicable elements of the POM Wonderful Quality and Food Safety systems in order to assure compliance.
Technical Assistance
Responsible for providing technical assistance to Quality Assurance operations and aiding in achieving product quality.
Teamwork
Promote communication, involve staff and employees, support staff, communicate objectives and develop employee potential. Assist in leading problem-solving efforts through team meetings and on-the-floor leadership to effectively influence positive change and continuous improvement.
Auditing
Daily auditing of site-wide records, which include, but are not limited to, quality and production records. Support the Internal Auditing Program.
HACCP
Responsible for understanding and supporting the sustainment and development of POM Wonderful’s HACCP Food Safety Program.

Benefits

Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
24/7 online physician consultations
virtual mental health resources
life coaching
engaging employee community groups
cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
library of on-demand fitness videos
Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com.
Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.