Associate Quality Specialist

Socket.dev; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Indianapolis is seeking an entry-level QA/Quality Assurance professional under direct supervision to implement programs within the FPRA group and support food safety and quality processes across our manufacturing sites.

You will assist in designing processes, gather data, support cross-functional teams, and help ensure regulatory compliance with GFSI, FSMA, FDA and USDA standards. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Food, Biological or Chemical Science or related field required or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years’ industry experience required.
• Knowledge of food safety and quality systems and manufacturing processes, technologies or other relevant area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of government regulatory requirements in food packaging (GFSI, FSMA, FDA, USDA).
• Troubleshooting, data analysis, and investigative skills required.
• Sound report writing, interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Familiarity in using continuous improvement tools (SPC, Capability Studies, etc.) and fundamentals.
• Demonstrated strength in setting an example for others.
• Ability to travel independently and as a responsible companyrepresentative.

Responsibilities

• Assists in designing and implementation of processes and procedures within assigned technical area(s) of responsibility.
• Participates in cross functional teams to assure effective implementation and adherence of QA initiatives and process improvement of our suppliers, under limited supervision.
• Performs assigned technical tasks/duties associated with department processes and procedures.
• Gathers and studies data to understand trends and issues and to make decisions related to product safety and quality in areas of assigned responsibility.
• Provides technical and decision-making support and analyzes data in managing situations and issues relative to quality and/or food safety as necessary.
• Interfaces/provides technical support to appropriate functions and employees to assure regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company’s products.
• Interfaces with company facilities to facilitate an ongoing effective relationship with packaging material suppliers.
• Evaluates effectiveness and assures continuous improvement in assigned areas of responsibility.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Investigative skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

SPC

Travel

Education

BS in Food/ Biological/ Chemical Science

Job description

Under direct supervision, implements programs within the functional area of the FPRA group. Supports the implementation of relevant Quality and Food Safety processes and procedures. Responsible for the daily execution of activities related areas of expertise and focus.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Assists in designing and implementation of processes and procedures within assigned technical area(s) of responsibility.
• Participates in cross functional teams to assure effective implementation and adherence of QA initiatives and process improvement of our suppliers, under limited supervision.
• Performs assigned technical tasks/duties associated with department processes and procedures.
• Gathers and studies data to understand trends and issues and to make decisions related to product safety and quality in areas of assigned responsibility.
• Provides technical and decision-making support and analyzes data in managing situations and issues relative to quality and/or food safety as necessary.
• Interfaces/provides technical support to appropriate functions and employees to assure regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company’s products.
• Interfaces with company facilities to facilitate an ongoing effective relationship with packaging material suppliers.
• Evaluates effectiveness and assures continuous improvement in assigned areas of responsibility.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• BS in Food, Biological or Chemical Science or related field required or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years’ industry experience required.
• Knowledge of food safety and quality systems and manufacturing processes, technologies or other relevant area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of government regulatory requirements in food packaging (GFSI, FSMA, FDA, USDA)
• Troubleshooting, data analysis, and investigative skills required.
• Sound report writing, interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Familiarity in using continuous improvement tools (SPC, Capability Studies, etc.) and fundamentals.
• Demonstrated strength in setting an example for others.
• Ability to travel independently and as a responsible companyrepresentative.

Physical Requirements

More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply:
You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination.
You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size.
This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment. Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.

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Compensation

Pay Range:$59,000-$79,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity.Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye, Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.