Job Overview

The Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician supports the overall Food Safety Plan through monitoring, record/product review and inspections.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct sample request collection

• Collect information for supplier deficiencies and complete system entry

• Conduct product & material trace including customer COAs

• Coordinate paperwork retention program

• Assist with incoming goods evaluation including ingredient COAs

• Coordinate the finished goods inspection plan

• Assist with hold product inspections

• Assist with inspection of product returns

• Coordinate and monitor inventory of laboratory supplies

• Assist with sensory evaluation program

• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.

• Other responsibilities as assigned by plant FSQA leadership.

• Maintain company confidentiality.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Degree

• Ability to complete tasks based on standard procedures.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work cross-functionally

• Basic Computer skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Able to work in the US without corporate sponsorship.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in Food Science or related field

• SAP experience.

• HACCP Certification.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a lab setting.

• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.