Food Safety & Quality Technician- Night Shift
Flying Food Group, Denver, CO, United States
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Food Safety and Quality Technician to join our team! This position will be responsible for ensuring that all food products meet safety and quality standards, adhering to regulatory requirement, and contributing to the overall improvement of our food safety management system.
Essential Functions
Review and maintain all Quality Assurance and Quality Control records, documents, and samples about HACCP, USDA, and FDA
Coordinate activities with regulatory agents such as the USDA and FDA
Ability to prepare and directly manage third-party customer audits
Instrumental in reviewing food safety processes and procedures
Oversee inspection of incoming raw materials and outgoing finished goods to ensure the highest quality of products is delivered to customers
Initial and ongoing training of the employees on policies and procedures
Daily observations of production processes from preparation to packaging
Conduct weekly evaluation of products and ingredients (e.g., Chef Tables)
Complete necessary Microbiological testing (internal and external testing) as assigned such as In‑house ATP, In‑house Listeria Spp., and Silliker Listeria Spp.
Attends bi‑weekly QA conference calls
Other duties assigned by Unit Manager and/or Corporate Quality Assurance
Other Responsibilities and duties will include, but not be limited to:
Knowledge of internal policies and procedures
Competent to work independently within area of expertise
Ability to solve quality related problems
Ability to deal with a variety of compliance situations and implement continuous improvement
Knows and follows all safety requirements; strives to maintain a safe work environment
Effectively gives and receives feedback; willingly asks questions and seeks direction, as needed
Must be able to function within a team environment
Performs tasks under general supervision
Skills and Qualifications
Previous knowledge working in food production, Quality Assurance, or related experience
BS degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge of HACCP, GMP’s and SOP’s a preferred
Knowledge of the Food Industry quality and sanitation standards and requirements
Bilingual
Computer Literate – Word & Excel mandatory
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, specifically in Excel
Good written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented and organizational skills
Able to multi‑task and work independently with minimum supervision
Must be proficient in the English language in both written and oral
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment, and this position will routinely use standard office equipment. Employee will be exposed to varying temperatures, including cold refrigeration (38 degrees).
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move 10‑20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full‑time exempt position in a 24/7/365 work environment. Days and hours of work vary based on operational needs and support. This is also a night shift position.
Travel
0%
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
Flying Food Group, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, prescription, drug coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, commuter benefit, retirement program 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and pet insurance.
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Food Safety and Quality Technician to join our team! This position will be responsible for ensuring that all food products meet safety and quality standards, adhering to regulatory requirement, and contributing to the overall improvement of our food safety management system.
Essential Functions
Review and maintain all Quality Assurance and Quality Control records, documents, and samples about HACCP, USDA, and FDA
Coordinate activities with regulatory agents such as the USDA and FDA
Ability to prepare and directly manage third-party customer audits
Instrumental in reviewing food safety processes and procedures
Oversee inspection of incoming raw materials and outgoing finished goods to ensure the highest quality of products is delivered to customers
Initial and ongoing training of the employees on policies and procedures
Daily observations of production processes from preparation to packaging
Conduct weekly evaluation of products and ingredients (e.g., Chef Tables)
Complete necessary Microbiological testing (internal and external testing) as assigned such as In‑house ATP, In‑house Listeria Spp., and Silliker Listeria Spp.
Attends bi‑weekly QA conference calls
Other duties assigned by Unit Manager and/or Corporate Quality Assurance
Other Responsibilities and duties will include, but not be limited to:
Knowledge of internal policies and procedures
Competent to work independently within area of expertise
Ability to solve quality related problems
Ability to deal with a variety of compliance situations and implement continuous improvement
Knows and follows all safety requirements; strives to maintain a safe work environment
Effectively gives and receives feedback; willingly asks questions and seeks direction, as needed
Must be able to function within a team environment
Performs tasks under general supervision
Skills and Qualifications
Previous knowledge working in food production, Quality Assurance, or related experience
BS degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge of HACCP, GMP’s and SOP’s a preferred
Knowledge of the Food Industry quality and sanitation standards and requirements
Bilingual
Computer Literate – Word & Excel mandatory
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, specifically in Excel
Good written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented and organizational skills
Able to multi‑task and work independently with minimum supervision
Must be proficient in the English language in both written and oral
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment, and this position will routinely use standard office equipment. Employee will be exposed to varying temperatures, including cold refrigeration (38 degrees).
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move 10‑20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full‑time exempt position in a 24/7/365 work environment. Days and hours of work vary based on operational needs and support. This is also a night shift position.
Travel
0%
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
Flying Food Group, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, prescription, drug coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, commuter benefit, retirement program 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and pet insurance.
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