Cross Resource Group
Job Title
QFS Compliance Specialist
Location
City of Industry, CA - Manufacturing Facility (onsite)
Employment Type/Salary
Full-time W2 Contract (Estimated 6 months- could extend or potentially lead to full time role)
Day Shift- $45/hr (anything over 40 hours or over 8 hours in a day is OT) Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance offered and eligible to sign up after 30 days.
Job Purpose
As a high-visibility member of the Food Safety & Quality team, you'll manage and coordinate all quality-compliance activities across our manufacturing site. You'll own audit-ready processes for food safety and regulatory programs-including FSSC 22000, FSMA, Non-GMO, Organic, Kosher and related standards-and help the team maintain 100% compliance.
Essential Responsibilities Program Ownership:
Maintain and review all food-safety and regulatory compliance records (CCPs, OPRPs, PCs), such as processor, sterile-tank and filler charts, CIP logs, raw-receiving and sugar-tank records. Deviation Management:
Escalate and drive corrective-action plans for any process deviations or non-conformances. Root-Cause Investigations:
Lead cross-functional problem-solving teams to close out issues and prevent recurrence. Audit Support:
Prepare for and support internal, regulatory and customer audits; coordinate CAPA close-out. Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure HACCP/FSHCP, FSMA, GMP, Non-GMO, Organic and Kosher activities are performed and documented properly. Complaint Handling:
Lead consumer- or customer-complaint investigations from root-cause through resolution. Equipment Calibration:
Verify equipment calibration and maintenance schedules; maintain calibration records. Transition Management:
Oversee product and packaging line changeovers to guarantee compliance and documentation. Program Administration:
Support complaint-management, pest-control and traceability initiatives. Document Control:
Administer and update controlled procedures, work instructions and training materials. Training Delivery:
Develop and deliver food-safety and quality training; keep materials current. Continuous Improvement:
Identify and implement process improvements to bolster safety and quality systems. Backup Support:
Serve as backup to the QFS Compliance Supervisor as needed. Safety:
Follow and promote all established safety practices in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience
BS/BA in Food Science, Technical Field or equivalent experience 3-5 years in food- or ingredient-manufacturing compliance roles PCQI certification GFSI audit/internal-auditor training (e.g. FSSC 22000, HACCP) Knowledge & Skills
Federal & state regulatory requirements (FSMA, GMP, etc.) Familiarity with Non-GMO, Organic and Kosher processes Strong document-control and record-keeping abilities Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP or similar systems preferred Ability to work independently, multitask and handle confidential materials under pressure Required Experience in Food Safety & Regulatory Programs
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and maintaining Food Safety Plans in compliance with FSMA requirements. Hands-on involvement with Food Defense programs, Vulnerability Assessments, and mitigation strategies. Familiarity with supplier verification, allergen control, sanitation controls, pest control, traceability, and recall programs. Experience supporting or leading regulatory, third-party, or customer audits (e.g., FDA, USDA, GFSI, FSSC 22000, SQF, BRCGS). Preferred Certifications (any of the following):
PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification. HACCP Certification (International HACCP Alliance). Internal Auditor certification for a GFSI-recognized scheme (FSSC 22000, SQF, or BRCGS). FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) certification. Allergen Management or Sanitation certification (e.g., AIB, NSF, or equivalent). Physical & Environmental Demands
Prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping and climbing Manual dexterity for operating lab equipment, computer keyboards and tools Normal hearing and vision (including color perception) for record review and reporting Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around production machinery, chemicals and solvents Adaptability to a fast-paced, pressurized environment with potentially variable shifts
QFS Compliance Specialist
Location
City of Industry, CA - Manufacturing Facility (onsite)
Employment Type/Salary
Full-time W2 Contract (Estimated 6 months- could extend or potentially lead to full time role)
Day Shift- $45/hr (anything over 40 hours or over 8 hours in a day is OT) Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance offered and eligible to sign up after 30 days.
Job Purpose
As a high-visibility member of the Food Safety & Quality team, you'll manage and coordinate all quality-compliance activities across our manufacturing site. You'll own audit-ready processes for food safety and regulatory programs-including FSSC 22000, FSMA, Non-GMO, Organic, Kosher and related standards-and help the team maintain 100% compliance.
Essential Responsibilities Program Ownership:
Maintain and review all food-safety and regulatory compliance records (CCPs, OPRPs, PCs), such as processor, sterile-tank and filler charts, CIP logs, raw-receiving and sugar-tank records. Deviation Management:
Escalate and drive corrective-action plans for any process deviations or non-conformances. Root-Cause Investigations:
Lead cross-functional problem-solving teams to close out issues and prevent recurrence. Audit Support:
Prepare for and support internal, regulatory and customer audits; coordinate CAPA close-out. Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure HACCP/FSHCP, FSMA, GMP, Non-GMO, Organic and Kosher activities are performed and documented properly. Complaint Handling:
Lead consumer- or customer-complaint investigations from root-cause through resolution. Equipment Calibration:
Verify equipment calibration and maintenance schedules; maintain calibration records. Transition Management:
Oversee product and packaging line changeovers to guarantee compliance and documentation. Program Administration:
Support complaint-management, pest-control and traceability initiatives. Document Control:
Administer and update controlled procedures, work instructions and training materials. Training Delivery:
Develop and deliver food-safety and quality training; keep materials current. Continuous Improvement:
Identify and implement process improvements to bolster safety and quality systems. Backup Support:
Serve as backup to the QFS Compliance Supervisor as needed. Safety:
Follow and promote all established safety practices in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience
BS/BA in Food Science, Technical Field or equivalent experience 3-5 years in food- or ingredient-manufacturing compliance roles PCQI certification GFSI audit/internal-auditor training (e.g. FSSC 22000, HACCP) Knowledge & Skills
Federal & state regulatory requirements (FSMA, GMP, etc.) Familiarity with Non-GMO, Organic and Kosher processes Strong document-control and record-keeping abilities Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP or similar systems preferred Ability to work independently, multitask and handle confidential materials under pressure Required Experience in Food Safety & Regulatory Programs
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and maintaining Food Safety Plans in compliance with FSMA requirements. Hands-on involvement with Food Defense programs, Vulnerability Assessments, and mitigation strategies. Familiarity with supplier verification, allergen control, sanitation controls, pest control, traceability, and recall programs. Experience supporting or leading regulatory, third-party, or customer audits (e.g., FDA, USDA, GFSI, FSSC 22000, SQF, BRCGS). Preferred Certifications (any of the following):
PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification. HACCP Certification (International HACCP Alliance). Internal Auditor certification for a GFSI-recognized scheme (FSSC 22000, SQF, or BRCGS). FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) certification. Allergen Management or Sanitation certification (e.g., AIB, NSF, or equivalent). Physical & Environmental Demands
Prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping and climbing Manual dexterity for operating lab equipment, computer keyboards and tools Normal hearing and vision (including color perception) for record review and reporting Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around production machinery, chemicals and solvents Adaptability to a fast-paced, pressurized environment with potentially variable shifts