SPECIALIST, QA

Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.

Fresh & Ready Food Group is a member of Canteen. Canteen sets the national standard for excellence in automated retail, and EVERY segment of our business is thriving. We employ the best team in the industry and their dedication, collaboration and passion fuel our growth. YOU bring enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. TOGETHER we’ll continue transforming the micro-market, dining, coffee, and vending industry.

Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

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Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for managing food safety programs and ensuring compliance with FDA/USDA regulations. Overseeing Quality department, updating HACCP program, conducting Audits, corrective actions and training QA team and production team. An ideal candidate must be able to work variable hours, including weekends, in alignment with business needs. Key Responsibilities Ensure full compliance with all government FDA/USDA/SQF food safety regulations and maintain highest possible food safety ratings. Create, update and revise food safety, sanitation, maintenance policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure compliance with all relevant FDA/USDA and customer regulations. Approve the release of raw materials, packaging components, and finished products once all quality requirements have been met. Implement and manage the product "hold" policy for any non-conforming items. Lead costumer complaint investigations, conducting and reporting non-conformances, deviations, and out-of-specification results. Capable to use root cause analysis to develop and implement corrective and preventive actions for internal and 3rd party Audits. Manage environmental monitoring program and sanitation procedures to ensure all requirements are met Supervise the review and approve QA/Production documents like CCP, CP, preventative program, label verification, Sanitation, environmental and maintenance Perform, Review and document Food Safety (CCP) and quality documentation per procedure. Monitor labeling department, review and verify labels based on specifications Capable for label ingredient change, Nutritional facts and Allergen (s) Capable to follow up with Supplier Chain program by updating specifications, 3rd party certifications and Letter of Guarantee’s Must be able to work variable hours, including weekends, in alignment with business needs. Requirements: Must be HACCP and PCQI Certified Bachelor’s degree in food science/microbiology/public health or any related field Minimum of 2 years of experience in Quality Assurance or related field Recommendations: SQFI Certification Knowledge and experience in food microbiology, food safety, sanitation systems Problem solving/Analyses/Decision Making.

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Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:1567735

Fresh & Ready Foods

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