A-STAFFING, INC.
Senior Food Safety Specialist with Japanese Language Proficiency
A-STAFFING, INC., El Monte, California, us, 91734
Overview
Senior Food Safety Specialist with Japanese Language Proficiency Job Title: Senior Food Safety Specialist Industry: Japanese Food and Beverage Distributor Reports to: QA Manager Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM with a 1 hour lunch break Responsibilities
Provides documents to customers when requested: spec sheet, raw material specifications (Origin, quality, standards of ingredients used in production), audit certificates (Audit Checklist, Certificate of Analysis lab tests), letter of guarantee, etc. Develops and maintains Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) food safety plans, and prerequisite programs such as Sanitation, Good Manufacturing/Distribution Practice (GMP) for food storage and distribution, Food Defense, Recall, Allergen and Supplier Verification (Vendor's Program) Verifies imported products labeling and ingredients; ensures compliance with US regulations. Investigates non-conformities to identify root causes and implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Ensures all required documents are ready as scheduled for audits, HACCP verifications, and equipment calibrations. Analyzes product quality and food safety issues to identify solutions. Investigates customer complaints about quality discrepancies and takes corrective actions; responds to customers in a timely manner. Conducts monthly internal audits to discover quality discrepancies; collaborates with warehouse management to implement corrective actions. Researches import regulations and required documents for products under USDA/APHIS/FSIS jurisdiction. Assists in facility food safety internal audits and manages third-party audits. Audits and approves selected co-packers, suppliers, and storage facilities in collaboration with management; conducts monthly internal audits and works with warehouse management to implement corrective actions. Maintains documentation for audits, equipment calibration, and HACCP verification records. Implements, maintains, and improves quality systems (e.g., HACCP, FSMA GFSI, Pest, Sanitation). Develops, maintains, and revises Quality and Food Safety SOPs. Oversees facility pest control programs (in-house and contracted). Receives and coordinates with inspectors from governmental agencies for onsite inspections. Travels frequently to support other branches in addressing safety-related issues. Attends company events outside of normal working hours and participates in semiannual inventory counts when designated, possibly on a weekend. Other duties as assigned. Able to sit in an office for most of the day and to travel by car or airplane as needed. Able to type and use a computer for extended periods; able to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. Working Conditions
Business level English required; business level Japanese preferred. Ability to verify product labels in Japanese preferred. Noise level: normal to loud; indoors as applicable. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or relevant studies strongly preferred. 3+ years of food safety or related experience preferred. Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred. Business level English; Japanese proficiency preferred for communication and labeling tasks. Maintains a positive attitude; able to work independently and as part of a team; adaptable to frequent changes in assignments and workload. Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of food safety procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Basic mathematical knowledge (markups, discounts, inventory counting, weight/measurement conversions, aggregating data). Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred. Compensation: $27.20 - $38.00/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Plus benefits including health, vision, dental, and 401(k) with company matching.
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Senior Food Safety Specialist with Japanese Language Proficiency Job Title: Senior Food Safety Specialist Industry: Japanese Food and Beverage Distributor Reports to: QA Manager Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8AM-5PM with a 1 hour lunch break Responsibilities
Provides documents to customers when requested: spec sheet, raw material specifications (Origin, quality, standards of ingredients used in production), audit certificates (Audit Checklist, Certificate of Analysis lab tests), letter of guarantee, etc. Develops and maintains Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) food safety plans, and prerequisite programs such as Sanitation, Good Manufacturing/Distribution Practice (GMP) for food storage and distribution, Food Defense, Recall, Allergen and Supplier Verification (Vendor's Program) Verifies imported products labeling and ingredients; ensures compliance with US regulations. Investigates non-conformities to identify root causes and implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Ensures all required documents are ready as scheduled for audits, HACCP verifications, and equipment calibrations. Analyzes product quality and food safety issues to identify solutions. Investigates customer complaints about quality discrepancies and takes corrective actions; responds to customers in a timely manner. Conducts monthly internal audits to discover quality discrepancies; collaborates with warehouse management to implement corrective actions. Researches import regulations and required documents for products under USDA/APHIS/FSIS jurisdiction. Assists in facility food safety internal audits and manages third-party audits. Audits and approves selected co-packers, suppliers, and storage facilities in collaboration with management; conducts monthly internal audits and works with warehouse management to implement corrective actions. Maintains documentation for audits, equipment calibration, and HACCP verification records. Implements, maintains, and improves quality systems (e.g., HACCP, FSMA GFSI, Pest, Sanitation). Develops, maintains, and revises Quality and Food Safety SOPs. Oversees facility pest control programs (in-house and contracted). Receives and coordinates with inspectors from governmental agencies for onsite inspections. Travels frequently to support other branches in addressing safety-related issues. Attends company events outside of normal working hours and participates in semiannual inventory counts when designated, possibly on a weekend. Other duties as assigned. Able to sit in an office for most of the day and to travel by car or airplane as needed. Able to type and use a computer for extended periods; able to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. Working Conditions
Business level English required; business level Japanese preferred. Ability to verify product labels in Japanese preferred. Noise level: normal to loud; indoors as applicable. Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or relevant studies strongly preferred. 3+ years of food safety or related experience preferred. Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred. Business level English; Japanese proficiency preferred for communication and labeling tasks. Maintains a positive attitude; able to work independently and as part of a team; adaptable to frequent changes in assignments and workload. Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of food safety procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Basic mathematical knowledge (markups, discounts, inventory counting, weight/measurement conversions, aggregating data). Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred. Compensation: $27.20 - $38.00/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Plus benefits including health, vision, dental, and 401(k) with company matching.
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