We are seeking an individual who is driven by & to excellence. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to designing and implementing food safety systems, sanitation schedules, pest control, release of final product and other food safety activities within the Quality Department. This individual will also ensure that our production operations, from raw materials to finished products, meet the quality, integrity, and efficiency standards set by the company.
Overview of Duties & Responsibilities:
- Maintain and grow the quality and food safety culture throughout the organization by providing the necessary training, development, and tools.
- Deliver an audit ready, at all times, facility as it relates to quality standards, documentation and housekeeping.
- Assure and maintain product quality and processes by establishing and enforcing quality standards and testing materials and products.
- Design and implementation of FSMS during start-up of the facility.
- Design and implementation of internal audit programs.
- Oversee key areas of the system: sanitation, pest control, allergen management, HACCP, GMP, and internal auditing.
- Oversee site certifications (FSSC 22000, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, Kosher, Halal, Vegan), and prepare for system and customer audits.
- Participate in regular GMP, sanitation, internal audits, and safety inspections throughout the production departments.
- Lead and participate in RCFAs and corrective action planning when quality issues arise.
- Maintain other records necessary for the preparation and distribution of accurate and timely reports and in compliance with regulatory oversight and reviews.
- Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
- Stays current with developments within the quality field and shares expertise with others.
- Meets with vendors, customers, quality representatives and other company staff to discuss and resolve quality issues.
- Review quality data entered in Sample Manager LIM system and release final products in SAP to be sold to customer.
Overview of Desired Skills & Experiences:
- In depth knowledge & application of statistical process control, quality assurance techniques and tools, and quality management principles in a food manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, GFSI requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, food allergens and pest control.
- Proven knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include product and associate safety, OSHA standards, and product quality.
- Excellent and effective verbal & written communication skills including the ability to present ideas, and/or facts and recommendations effectively.
- Highly collaborative person, comfortable with conflict and debate normally associated with change.
- Ability to apply fundamental problem-solving concepts to project work and identify issues to provide root cause analysis and issue resolution.
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent follow-up and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage many projects at one time.
- Experience developing FSMS programs and executing SOPs, including training of employees on new systems where needed.
- Able to handle pressure.
- Strong creative problem solving and prioritization skills.
Overview of Education, Work Experience & Qualifications:
- 3-5+ years of experience as a Quality professional with an emphasis on Ready to Eat food manufacturing.
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering or other related fields.
- Knowledge of quality assurance measurement and testing equipment.
- Working knowledge of quality systems required to operate Ready to Eat food facility.
- Experience with FSSC 22000 FSMS scheme or equivalent.
- HACCP & PCQI certified.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
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International Flavors and Fragrances
May 09, 2025