Food Safety and Quality Technician - 3rd Shift

Schwan's Company; Town of Westfield (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

Up to 2 weeks paid time off

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Job summary

Schwan's Company is looking for a dedicated quality assurance professional in the Town of Westfield, NY. In this full-time position, you will enforce food safety standards in a dynamic manufacturing environment while ensuring product quality and compliance with regulations.

The starting pay is $20 per hour with additional benefits including comprehensive health plans, 401k match, and paid time off. Join a growing company with beloved brands such as Red Baron® and Tony's®.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 0 to 1 year of experience in food manufacturing.
• Ability to work in various temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor adherence to HACCP and GMP.
• Prepare quality reports and maintain documentation.
• Verify compliance of manufacturing procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of HACCP

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Standard laboratory equipment

Job description

This position does not provide a relocation package.

Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour

Additional $1.50 per hour

Shift: 3rd

What We Offer

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:
  • 3 Health Plans
  • 2 Dental Plans
  • 2 Vision Plans
  • Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Numerous company-paid benefits, including financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, Freschetta® pizza, Mrs. Smith's®, Edwards® desserts, Bibigo® and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full-time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

What You Will Do

• Monitor and ensure daily adherence to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), promptly reporting any deviations or issues to management.
• Prepare, analyze, and maintain quality reports and documentation, including specification notices, trend analyses, and SAP transaction processing for product release from QA hold.
• Verify regulatory compliance of manufacturing formulas and procedures, initiating corrective actions as needed to maintain product quality and safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Food Chemistry, Microbiology, Sensory, and Product Development to obtain samples and information for comprehensive product testing.
• Conduct investigations into food safety incidents, perform formulation audits, and deliver GMP and food safety training to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 0 to 1 year of experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) as it applies to specific plant operations (HACCP certification preferred).
• Work in a variety of temperatures.
• Learn and operate standard laboratory equipment and keep accurate documentation of daily information.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.

If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].