IMA Foodservice
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Specialist
IMA Foodservice, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Food Safety & Quality Assurance Specialist
Job Title:
Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) Specialist
Department:
Food Safety Quality Assurance
Reports to:
Director of Food Safety Quality Assurance
Location:
West Houston, TX
Employment Type:
Full-time
Hybrid Availability:
Office in Mo/Tu/Th, Remote on W/F (business calendar)
Position Summary The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Specialist certifies and verifies potential and current suppliers’ quality systems and processes and documents findings accordingly. The FSQA Specialist also responds to product complaints and corrective actions, conducts follow‑up audits, prepares samples for sensory analysis, and assists in product formula development.
Responsibilities
Conduct Quality Systems Audits and validate supplier-provided 3rd Party Audit Reports
Ensure corrective actions to audit report findings are implemented and continuous
Analyze and interpret sensory data from product cuttings
Conduct initial plant audits of potential IMA Branded suppliers as necessary
Conduct Bench Audits on a periodic basis for existing IMA Branded items
Participate in product formulation development
Receive incoming samples, maintain sample log, ensure proper storage of samples, and facilitate discard or donation of samples
Review supplier packaging according to IMA’s Packaging Guidelines and Standards
Ensure FDA and USDA regulations are adhered to on all IMA Branded packaging
Maintain, enhance, and update the Product Specification Database
Disseminate information to IMA Members as required to facilitate necessary follow-up
Provide technical assistance/information to IMA Member Companies and customer bases
Respond to IMA Member Company needs for product information
Investigate product concerns and complaints of IMA Branded products, including formal documentation
Responsible for monitoring supplier compliance in GS1 and manage data pools (e.g., Attributes)
Conduct Product Reformulation Audits
Develop annual and quarterly objectives to plan
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required – preferred Food Science, Life Science or other related Science Major
1 to 2 years of auditing (2nd or 3rd party) and quality control/assurance experience preferred
Food Safety/Food Quality knowledge preferred
Food Research & Development and product development experience preferred
Demonstrated experience with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, ISO, BRC, USDA, FDA, State or Local Food Safety Regulations and Standards
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented and highly intuitive
Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Fulfill requests and provide solutions in a timely, effective manner with a sense of urgency
Ability to act positively and efficiently under pressure
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft-based programs
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Quality Assurance
Industries Food and Beverage Services; Accommodation and Food Services
Salary: $55,000.00–$65,000.00
Posted: 1 week ago
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Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) Specialist
Department:
Food Safety Quality Assurance
Reports to:
Director of Food Safety Quality Assurance
Location:
West Houston, TX
Employment Type:
Full-time
Hybrid Availability:
Office in Mo/Tu/Th, Remote on W/F (business calendar)
Position Summary The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Specialist certifies and verifies potential and current suppliers’ quality systems and processes and documents findings accordingly. The FSQA Specialist also responds to product complaints and corrective actions, conducts follow‑up audits, prepares samples for sensory analysis, and assists in product formula development.
Responsibilities
Conduct Quality Systems Audits and validate supplier-provided 3rd Party Audit Reports
Ensure corrective actions to audit report findings are implemented and continuous
Analyze and interpret sensory data from product cuttings
Conduct initial plant audits of potential IMA Branded suppliers as necessary
Conduct Bench Audits on a periodic basis for existing IMA Branded items
Participate in product formulation development
Receive incoming samples, maintain sample log, ensure proper storage of samples, and facilitate discard or donation of samples
Review supplier packaging according to IMA’s Packaging Guidelines and Standards
Ensure FDA and USDA regulations are adhered to on all IMA Branded packaging
Maintain, enhance, and update the Product Specification Database
Disseminate information to IMA Members as required to facilitate necessary follow-up
Provide technical assistance/information to IMA Member Companies and customer bases
Respond to IMA Member Company needs for product information
Investigate product concerns and complaints of IMA Branded products, including formal documentation
Responsible for monitoring supplier compliance in GS1 and manage data pools (e.g., Attributes)
Conduct Product Reformulation Audits
Develop annual and quarterly objectives to plan
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required – preferred Food Science, Life Science or other related Science Major
1 to 2 years of auditing (2nd or 3rd party) and quality control/assurance experience preferred
Food Safety/Food Quality knowledge preferred
Food Research & Development and product development experience preferred
Demonstrated experience with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, ISO, BRC, USDA, FDA, State or Local Food Safety Regulations and Standards
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented and highly intuitive
Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Fulfill requests and provide solutions in a timely, effective manner with a sense of urgency
Ability to act positively and efficiently under pressure
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft-based programs
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Quality Assurance
Industries Food and Beverage Services; Accommodation and Food Services
Salary: $55,000.00–$65,000.00
Posted: 1 week ago
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