Sr. QA, Food Technician

Job Duties

• Manage the development, implementation and administration of Quality Assurance operational procedures, policies, programs and systems
• Aid in the overall product development process and maintenance of the on-site sensory test kitchen
• Support the private label quality assurance testing program for specific products or clients
• Lead the day-to-day management of the retailer’s customer feedback programs for private brands
• Resolve issues or concerns regarding current product quality and recommend solutions for corrective action with vendors
• Audit critical categories for quality integrity and food safety
• Design, execute, and analyze results from consumer tests and sensory evaluations of Private Label brand and competitive brand products
• Compile federal and state regulations for products and packaging

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Food Science or a related field
• Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Well organized, detail oriented, and able to handle fast-paced work environment
• Flexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environment
• Knowledge of generally accepted practices, procedures, and standard policy and procedure development techniques
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, and web browsers

Company Information

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.