H. T. PROF Group
Location:
Louisville, KY About the Role
The SQF Practitioner / Production Specialist is responsible for owning and continuously improving the SQF Food Safety System while actively supporting daily production operations. This role serves as the site SQF Practitioner and plays a hands‑on role in ensuring compliance with SQF, FDA, FSMA, HACCP, and customer requirements—while driving food safety, quality, efficiency, and best manufacturing practices across the facility. This is a highly visible role that bridges Quality and Operations and requires someone who can manage systems
and
be present on the floor. Key Responsibilities
SQF & Food Safety
Serve as the site SQF Practitioner with full authority over the SQF Food Safety System Develop, implement, maintain, and update SQF programs in accordance with the SQF Code Ensure compliance with SQF, FDA FSMA, GMPs, HACCP, and applicable regulatory requirements Lead SQF, customer, and regulatory audits; manage CAPAs to closure Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, allergen management, supplier approval and verification Oversee traceability, recall programs, environmental monitoring, and food safety training Maintain document control and recordkeeping systems Lead mock recalls and maintain food defense and food fraud programs Production & Operations Support
Support daily production to ensure products meet quality, safety, and customer specifications Partner with Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation teams to resolve quality issues Monitor and validate production efficiencies and key quality metrics Monitor CCPs, preventive controls, and production records Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives Support implementation of SOPs, work instructions, and process controls Ensure proper handling and disposition of non‑conforming product Quality & Continuous Improvement
Analyze quality and production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities Assist with validation and verification of processes and controls Support supplier approvals, incoming inspections, and specification management Participate in new product launches, process changes, and production ramp‑ups Qualifications / Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or related field (or equivalent experience) 2–5 years of experience in food manufacturing, quality assurance, or production SQF Practitioner certification or completion of an approved SQF Practitioner course (required) Current HACCP certification; BCPS certification preferred Knowledge & Skills
Strong working knowledge of SQF Code, FSMA, GMPs, and HACCP Experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment Strong organizational, documentation, and analytical skills Ability to train, influence, and collaborate across all levels of the organization Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management systems Physical & Work Environment
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and food allergens Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 30 lbs Flexibility to support audits, production needs, and occasional off‑shift or weekend work Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SQF Edition 9 Experience with acidified foods and/or beverages Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus Competitive compensation Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Training and professional development opportunities
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Louisville, KY About the Role
The SQF Practitioner / Production Specialist is responsible for owning and continuously improving the SQF Food Safety System while actively supporting daily production operations. This role serves as the site SQF Practitioner and plays a hands‑on role in ensuring compliance with SQF, FDA, FSMA, HACCP, and customer requirements—while driving food safety, quality, efficiency, and best manufacturing practices across the facility. This is a highly visible role that bridges Quality and Operations and requires someone who can manage systems
and
be present on the floor. Key Responsibilities
SQF & Food Safety
Serve as the site SQF Practitioner with full authority over the SQF Food Safety System Develop, implement, maintain, and update SQF programs in accordance with the SQF Code Ensure compliance with SQF, FDA FSMA, GMPs, HACCP, and applicable regulatory requirements Lead SQF, customer, and regulatory audits; manage CAPAs to closure Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, allergen management, supplier approval and verification Oversee traceability, recall programs, environmental monitoring, and food safety training Maintain document control and recordkeeping systems Lead mock recalls and maintain food defense and food fraud programs Production & Operations Support
Support daily production to ensure products meet quality, safety, and customer specifications Partner with Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation teams to resolve quality issues Monitor and validate production efficiencies and key quality metrics Monitor CCPs, preventive controls, and production records Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives Support implementation of SOPs, work instructions, and process controls Ensure proper handling and disposition of non‑conforming product Quality & Continuous Improvement
Analyze quality and production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities Assist with validation and verification of processes and controls Support supplier approvals, incoming inspections, and specification management Participate in new product launches, process changes, and production ramp‑ups Qualifications / Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or related field (or equivalent experience) 2–5 years of experience in food manufacturing, quality assurance, or production SQF Practitioner certification or completion of an approved SQF Practitioner course (required) Current HACCP certification; BCPS certification preferred Knowledge & Skills
Strong working knowledge of SQF Code, FSMA, GMPs, and HACCP Experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment Strong organizational, documentation, and analytical skills Ability to train, influence, and collaborate across all levels of the organization Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management systems Physical & Work Environment
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and food allergens Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 30 lbs Flexibility to support audits, production needs, and occasional off‑shift or weekend work Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SQF Edition 9 Experience with acidified foods and/or beverages Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus Competitive compensation Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Training and professional development opportunities
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