Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States · On-site
$50k–$70k/yr
Description Role The purpose of the QA Specialist is to be responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory through effective document control, training, auditing, validations, trending, and shel…
Skills: SQF Implementation, Internal Auditing, Document Control, Regulatory Compliance, Validation Protocols
Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States • On-site
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The QA Specialist ensures compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements through document control, auditing, and validations. They are responsible for implementing SQF programs and coordinating with USDA and FDA to maintain federal compliance.
Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a related field and at least three years of experience in quality assurance. Knowledge of USDA, FDA, HACCP, GMP, and GFSI is required, with PCQI and SQF certifications preferred.
Description
The purpose of the QA Specialist is to be responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory through effective document control, training, auditing, validations, trending, and shelf-life studies.
· Assist and provide guidance in the implementation of SQF (Safe Quality Food). Duties include but not limited to:
· Perform internal audits in accordance with SQF requirements.
· Develop and execute audit plans and reports, following up with corrective actions pending findings and accurately documenting all steps taken.
· Contact vendors (product and service providers) and customers in relation to SQF requirements. Duties include but not limited to:
· Support the Research and Development team with new and/or improved product samples/processes.
· Work closely with USDA and/or FDA to ensure compliance to all federal regulations.
· Develop and implement training programs for quality systems, procedures, and regulations.
· Coordinate, oversee and ensure calibration with laboratory and production equipment; calibration activities, such as, scheduling, documentation, and reporting; and equipment calibration is performed according to established procedures.
· Develop, review, implement, and participate in validation protocols; trends and issues; and shelf-life studies.
· Participate in the compliance as required for export regulations or customer requirements, this involves the development of labeling and packaging.
Requirements
· Bachelor of Science degree in a related field
· Strong knowledge of quality and regulatory requirements (USDA, FDA, HACCP, GMP, GFSI)
· PCQI and SQF certified preferred
· Internal audit training preferred
· Minimum three years’ experience in quality assurance or related field.
· Ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less for up to 10 hours per day
· Exposure to variation in temperature
· Working with uncooked, cooked, frozen product or a combination of any product or raw materials
· Able to manage working in a diverse environment
· Conflict management
· Ability to communicate effectively
· Follow detailed instructions
· Critical thinking and decision making
· Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
· Must have basic math skills.
· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
· Hearing and Visual skills.
· Proficient in Microsoft office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
"We Make It Easy for Our Customers To Enjoy Great Food!"
Grand Prairie Foods is an innovative food manufacturing enterprise specializing in Ready-To-Eat food products for the hospitality, convenience and retail food industries. We are a market leader in the development and production of enrobed sandwiches and other entrees for a variety of foodservice applications.
Offices: 4200 E Producer Ln, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104, US · 1400 N. Cleveland Ave, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57103, US
"We Make It Easy for Our Customers To Enjoy Great Food!"
Grand Prairie Foods is an innovative food manufacturing enterprise specializing in Ready-To-Eat food products for the hospitality, convenience and retail food industries. We are a market leader in the development and production of enrobed sandwiches and other entrees for a variety of foodservice applications.
Offices: 4200 E Producer Ln, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104, US · 1400 N. Cleveland Ave, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57103, US
