Quality Assurance Analyst 2nd Shift North Plant

About the position

The Quality Assurance Analyst plays a key role in ensuring the highest standards of product quality, compliance with food safety regulations, and adherence to company policies. This position is responsible for conducting audits, verifying Certificates of Analysis (COAs), performing microbiological testing, and collaborating with operations, sanitation, and maintenance teams to uphold food safety standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular audits and inspections of production areas to ensure compliance with GMP, SQF, HACCP, and FDA standards.
• Verify that raw materials, packaging materials, and finished products meet established quality specifications.
• Monitor production lines for proper sanitation and allergen control practices.
• Perform in-process and finished product testing, including weight checks, temperature checks, and label verification.
• Conduct ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) and APC (Aerobic Plate Count) testing to assess hygiene and microbial load.
• Execute swabbing procedures for Listeria, Salmonella, and coliforms in production areas.
• Collect and submit samples for microbiological and analytical testing.
• Monitor compliance with food safety protocols, escalating issues as needed.
• Work closely with Production, Sanitation, Warehousing, and Maintenance Teams to resolve quality-related issues in real time.
• Participate in daily production meetings to align quality goals with operational targets.
• Plan and execute mock recall exercises to assess the effectiveness of recall procedures.
• Provide training sessions on quality assurance processes as needed.
• Assist in root cause analysis investigation and corrective action implementation.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of inspections, audits, and test results.
• Complete necessary reports and documentation in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Support product holds, rework processes, and corrective actions to address quality concerns.
• Assist in training employees on food safety policies, and best practices.
• Analyze data from quality assessments to identify trends or areas for improvement within the production process.
• Recommend changes to recipes or process based on insights from quality data.
• Timely and accurate completion of quality checks and documentation.
• Improvement in first-pass quality and reduction of customer complaints.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience in quality assurance within the food industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred.
• Strong Knowledge of food safety regulations including HACCP, SQF standards, and microbiological testing methods.
• Ability to use quality testing equipment and interpret test results.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is an asset but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and other computer-based applications.
• Proficiency in English (written & oral); bilingual (English & Spanish) is a plus.

Benefits

• Salary Hourly: $33.17
• Health, Dental, Vision, disability insurance
• Annual Incentive Program (Profit Sharing Bonus)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Holidays