Quality Assurance Coordinator

About the role

The QA Coordinator in the quality department is responsible for conducting a variety of verifications as stated in standard operating procedures with the goal of ensuring that product meets minimum standards. The employee in this position must be able to proficiently prepare, review, and distribute Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for finished products. Ensuring products meet desired quality standards per third party laboratory results, within customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and company quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs work in accordance with all quality systems requirements included in SQF policies and procedures, including Food Safety, Food Defense, HACCP, and GMPs.
• Prepare and issue Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for finished products in a timely manner.
• Verify laboratory results, production records, and product specifications before generating COAs.
• Ensure all COAs accurately reflect product test results and customer-specific requirements.
• Manage Micro Hold and Release program post review of final results from third party laboratory.
• Review documentation for completeness and accuracy prior to product release.
• Maintain electronic and hard-copy records of COAs and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with Customer Service, Sales, Warehouse, Scalehouse and Shipping.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to product documentation or laboratory results.
• Update COA templates and product specifications as required.
• Maintain customer-specific documentation requirements.
• Aid with audits and support document control procedures.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: Successful completion of a minimum of 90-day probation in Quality Assurance role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of quality assurance procedures, proficiency in using computers, and strong organizational skills are required. Must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Performance Expectations

Meet deadlines, maintain accurate records, and demonstrate a commitment to quality and safety.

Physical Demands

Frequent stand and walk, and use of hands, fingers, and arms to pull, feel, reach, and handle product/fruit. Ability to sit and use a computer to produce reports and document findings. Will spend most of the day standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crawling. Ability to taste and smell is a requirement of the job. Ability to talk or hear instructions over machinery, equipment, and other processing equipment. A fast-paced environment that requires high attention to detail and minimal down time. Occasional lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as buckets of fruit, boxes, pails, etc. Lifting requirement: Must be able to lift or move up to 40 lbs. independently.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: Work in an environment where there can be medium to loud noise and cold temperatures. Frequent stand and walk, and use of hands, fingers, and arms to pull, feel, reach, and handle product/fruit. Ability to sit and use a computer to produce reports and document findings. Will spend most of the day standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crawling. Ability to taste and smell is a requirement of the job. Ability to talk or hear instructions over machinery, equipment, and other processing equipment. A fast-paced environment that requires high attention to detail and minimal down time. Occasional lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as buckets of fruit, boxes, pails, etc. Lifting requirement: Must be able to lift or move up to 40 lbs. independently. Other duties as assigned requiring repetitive tasks, duties, or assignments. Work flexible/varying schedules to support the team and deadlines. Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision, ability to see all colors, adjust focus, and recognize color. You may occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, and vibration. Exposure to smell of cleaning products and agents for the sanitation of equipment and machinery regularly. Wear appropriate personal protection equipment and adhere to dress code as outlined for working in a food manufacturing facility. Cannot be allergic to fruit.

Location & Shift Info

This position will work out of our Alluvial location. Ability to work weekends and overtime as needed.

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible to participate in our competitive benefit package which includes a generous 401k with company match, medical, dental and vision benefits, employer paid life insurance, employee assistance program, and voluntary life, cafeteria 125 flexible spending and dependent care accounts. Wawona Wednesday's, End of Season Appreciation Events, T-shirts and Hats, Employee of the Month. You'll have the opportunity to work with great people and make a real impact - while being your unique, authentic self at work.

Why Should You Apply

We learn together. We believe in supporting all employees with all the training, resources, and tools to be successful. We invest in our people, we learn together, we take the time to train, and we grow together. We celebrate OUR people and want each employee to have a long career with Wawona Frozen Foods. We focus on building and keeping relationships, going above and beyond, and offering world-class service. Empowering each team member to make Wawona Frozen Foods better every day, come up with improvements and suggest suggestions, and help us be innovative. We are proud of our history and want to continue to leave a legacy. Wawona Frozen Foods promotes a work environment that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and a culture of growth. We roll up our sleeves, we get dirty, we exemplify true grit, and we support each other because we truly care about our people. We pride ourselves on having a diverse team matching our diverse product base. We have an inclusive culture where different professional and personal perspectives, ideas, and suggestions are respected and welcomed. We pride ourselves on the fast-paced environment that our season creates, and we recognize that if it was not for our people working hard that we would not be as successful. We strive to deliver the best fruit products available and to be a valued partner in every one of our customer's successes. We take the time to build a relationship with our customers and make sure we are producing and delivering the best products specific to your needs.

Additional Information

Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S. Wawona Frozen Foods is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Notice to Recruiters, Employment Agencies, and/or Vendors: Please note that Wawona Frozen Foods does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or vendors. Without a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Wawona Frozen Foods will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without Wawona Frozen Foods' authorization, Wawona Frozen Foods is without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Wawona Frozen Foods. Verbal commitments from any Wawona Frozen Food employees will not be considered binding terms. This applies to all Wawona Frozen Foods locations and offices. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiters and vendors to know this policy.