FSQA Technician II

• Understanding of and demonstrates Aspire Bakeries core values and acts with integrity, takes ownership in their work, proactively identifies the needs of our customers, generates creative and new ideas, and promotes an environment where our people and foods are safe.
• Understanding of the Food Safety and Quality Objectives and Global Food Safety and Quality Policy.
• Verifies all applicable Aspire Bakeries, international, national, state, and local food regulations and complying with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards (i.e. BRC, SQF).
• Ensure that our foods meet Aspire Bakeries standards and specifications.
• Understanding and identification of non-conforming raw materials, semi-finished and finished foods. (Training will be provided)
• Report food safety and quality non-conformances and deviations to FSQA Manager. Placing food or equipment on hold physically and in SAP for further evaluation.
• Communicate any human, food, or equipment safety concerns to Supervision immediately.
• Support the Hazard Analysis & Risk-Based Preventive Controls Food Safety Team in the implementation of an effective Food Safety plan focused on the elimination of biological, chemical, physical and economically motivated hazards from our foods.
• Complete sensory, physical, and packaging evaluations on finished food and report the results to bakery management.
• Conduct sampling, testing, and documentation including procedures and records.
• Understanding and verification of 21 CFR 117 Subpart B Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), basic understanding of 21 CRF 117 Subpart C Preventive Controls, Prerequisite and Preventive Control Programs and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
• Provide clear and appropriate communication of food safety and quality issues to management and colleagues at shift change
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

• A high school diploma or GED is required. Some college science courses or experience in the food industry preferred.
• Certified in HARPC (Hazard Analysis and Risk-based Preventive Controls), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standard such as BRC or SQF or ability to obtain certification within one year
• 3-5 years related experience in a food safety quality assurance role
• Equipment and food knowledge and troubleshooting ability
• Ability to operate scales, metal detection and imaging devices, ovens and other instrumentation and measuring devices

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off and holidays

• Competitive 401(k) plan with a 100% vested company match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Tuition reimbursement program
• Flexible Spending:
• HSA and FSA options

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