Quality Assurance Analyst

What You’ll Do

• Supports and assists with assigned projects and/or department data, ensuring it meets predetermined contractual or policy requirements
• Supports data entry and data management for various department projects
• Assists with the development of training materials such as manuals, handbooks, presentations, diagrams, workflows and project plans
• Manages work processes, systems, and/or procedures to ensure efficient workflow
• Identify, develop, and propose opportunities for business and process improvement
• Supports national and international projects, producing business requirements, performing business system tests and technical improvements
• Organize and monitor sample evaluation, planning and monitoring activities, facilitation feedback and supplier discussions, technical support for Purchasing for all quality-related questions, risk assessment of products, analytics results, supplier notifications, notifications from authorities and general product problems
• Maintain compliance with legal requirements including importation, FSVP, and FSMA requirements
• Monitor and assess legal and market developments; share relevant information; derive and implement the necessary measures and produce guidelines
• Provide support for interfacing departments in an advisory capacity

What You’ll Need

• Knowledge of principles and methods of food science, physics, chemistry, or biology, consumer products regulations, production and manufacturing processes, and quality assurance practices, or other relevant areas of the retail industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team under general supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Preferred

• SAP software
• ICIX

Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a related field
• In lieu of degree, 4+ years of experience in related field will meet the education and related experience requirements listed above
• HACCP Manager Certification
• PCQI Certification

Physical Job Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds at times

Travel Requirements

• This position commutes between stores, regional offices and/or distribution centers less than 25% of the time
• Anticipated travel will be by car, air, and/or train

What You’ll Receive

• Starting pay of $33.66 (with potential to earn $38.74 in the future)
• Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage
• Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
• 401K Plan (+ 5% company match)
• Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Total Well-Being Program
• DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule