Quality Specialist II

Albany, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Quality Specialist II
Are you ready for your next adventure

Who
At Oregon Freeze Dry innovation isnt just a buzzword its our foundation. As the creators of Mountain House meals and pioneers in advanced freeze-drying technology weve been redefining whats possible in food and pharmaceuticals for over 60 years.
Our headquarters in Albany Oregon sits at the crossroads of science and nature surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that fuel bold ideas and transformative breakthroughs. Were driven by a commitment to quality creativity and continuous improvement and were always looking ahead to whats next.
Were proud of our legacy but our future is even more exciting. If youre passionate and ready to make an impact Oregon Freeze Dry isnt just a place to work its where your adventurebegins.

What
Were looking for a Quality Specialist II to join our Quality Assurance this role youll perform food safety and quality monitoring activities including GMP compliance pre-operational inspections and calibration verification. If youre detail-oriented passionate about food safety and driven to uphold the highest GMP standards this opportunity is for you! Play a key role in pre-op inspections calibration verification and ensuring our products meet the quality our customers trust.

Main aspects of the role include:

Support internal customer and regulatory audits by providing accurate documentation and clear explanations.
Conduct and document pre-operational inspections to verify sanitation effectiveness communicating any deficiencies to Manufacturing.
Report and document quality or food safety concerns promptly and assist in investigations related to non-conformances.
Participate in root cause analysis and verification of corrective actions.
Identify control and document non-conforming products to prevent release.
Maintain accurate records and databases ensuring data integrity through regular audits.
Serve as a quality resource during government inspections providing policy explanations label records and related documentation.
Monitor production processes for compliance with GMPs HACCP and other food safety programs.
Verify calibration of equipment thermometers scales and testing instruments.
Enforce sanitation allergen control and food safety policies during production.
Assist in training production team members on quality and food safety standards.

Environment of this position:

Oregon Freeze Dry has office manufacturing and outdoor workspaces where this position is required to access and work. Employee will be exposed to varying plant conditions including extreme temperatures fumes dust wet and dry conditions moderate to high noise. Employees may utilize a variety of tools equipment or machinery. The work environment is fast paced; employee will perform tasks while experiencing numerous interruptions. This position has the utmost responsibility for compliance with the rules and regulations regarding a safe and healthy work environment relative to their actions and conduct; this includes the ability to effectively use Personal Protective Equipment. While performing the job duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use English written and oral communication skills.
You!

2 years of experience in food manufacturing with a Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
HAACP certification required.
Working knowledge of food safety microbiology and quality systems including HACCP SQF and GMP standards with the ability to apply them in daily practice.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
Able to work independently exercise sound judgment and make informed decisions.
Skilled at identifying gaps inconsistencies and opportunities for improvement.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including clear and concise report writing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using digital systems for documentation and reporting.

Curious Apply with your resume at Careers Oregon Freeze Dry () or you can find more information about our company on our website.

Dont meet all the requirements Dont sweat! Were always looking for an excuse to discuss your next opportunity. You might just surprise yourself

Oregon Freeze Dry wholeheartedly supports Equality and Diversity in employment and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of age disability sex gender reassignment sexual orientation pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Criminal background checks may be completed on all applicants. Oregon Freeze Dry is a drug free workplace.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Quality Specialist IIAre you ready for your next adventureWhoAt Oregon Freeze Dry innovation isnt just a buzzword its our foundation. As the creators of Mountain House meals and pioneers in advanced freeze-drying technology weve been redefining whats possible in food and pharmaceuticals for over 60 ...

Support internal customer and regulatory audits by providing accurate documentation and clear explanations.
Conduct and document pre-operational inspections to verify sanitation effectiveness communicating any deficiencies to Manufacturing.
Report and document quality or food safety concerns promptly and assist in investigations related to non-conformances.
Participate in root cause analysis and verification of corrective actions.
Identify control and document non-conforming products to prevent release.
Maintain accurate records and databases ensuring data integrity through regular audits.
Serve as a quality resource during government inspections providing policy explanations label records and related documentation.
Monitor production processes for compliance with GMPs HACCP and other food safety programs.
Verify calibration of equipment thermometers scales and testing instruments.
Enforce sanitation allergen control and food safety policies during production.
Assist in training production team members on quality and food safety standards.

Environment of this position:

2 years of experience in food manufacturing with a Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
HAACP certification required.
Working knowledge of food safety microbiology and quality systems including HACCP SQF and GMP standards with the ability to apply them in daily practice.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
Able to work independently exercise sound judgment and make informed decisions.
Skilled at identifying gaps inconsistencies and opportunities for improvement.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including clear and concise report writing.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using digital systems for documentation and reporting.