Food Safety Coordinator

Simmons Pet Food Inc; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to oversee food safety programs under the QA Manager, ensuring compliance with HACCP, SSOP, GMP, and regulatory requirements across the facility.

The role includes auditing support, training, reporting, and ongoing communication with USDA meetings, while supervising staff and driving continuous improvement in production, sanitation, and overall quality.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in food processing with experience related to food safety and/or quality management.
• Basic HACCP training required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Microbiology or related field, or 4 years related experience.
• MS degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food safety programs and regulatory requirements.
• Manage audits and related programs; lead during company audits.
• Develop and implement food safety training for facility staff.
• Maintain records for HACCP, SSOP, GMP programs and monitor performance.

Skills

Food safety

Quality management

Auditing

HACCP

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science/Animal Science/Poultry Science/Microbiology or related field

MS degree preferred

Job description

• On-site
• Quality Assurance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: FOODS048380

Description

Purpose of the Position

Responsible for oversight (under the direction of the QA Manager) with meeting all requirements related to FoodSafety Programs and regulatory requirements. Supports the Quality Assurance department with meeting customerspecification requirements and audit requirements related to the facility and products being produced.

Essential Position Responsibilities - This is a Salary Exempt position.

Manages Food Safety Programs. Maintains and updates the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan,Hazard Analysis, flow charts, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) plan and other related programs to the food safety system. Daily review of records related to the HACCP, SSOP, and Good Manufacturing Procedures(GMP) programs of the facility. Regular review of the associated programs and records for food safety. Develops,implements, and organizes food safety related training for all facility employees. Performs direct observations at a required frequency of food safety related actions such as HACCP monitoring, SSOP monitoring, pre-operational inspections, and other inspection processes. Demonstrates knowledge of the food safety programs and regulatoryrequirements related to these programs.

Facilitates company audits and manages related programs. Maintains audit programs and records to ensureexpectations are met. Demonstrates knowledge of the audit requirements and related programs. Periodic review of related records to ensure compliance with audits. Facilitates organization of audit materials and leads during companyaudits.

Ensures accurate reporting and facilitates continuous improvement. Maintains trend analysis reports on HACCP,SSOP, and related issues for management evaluation. Establishes and oversees statistical methods/procedures formeasuring and tracking process capabilities. Using available data, aids in continuous improvement and necessarychanges related to food safety and quality in the areas of production, maintenance, sanitation, and quality.

Ensures open communication with necessary personnel. Attends and participates in regular USDA meetings. Leads and/or participates in regular meetings with Quality and/or production employees to ensure communication withall levels on food safety and quality related topics. Prepares and maintains written programs and documentation toensure effective communication of plant policies, procedures, and programs.

Manages employees. Directs and supervises employees’ work activities and monitors work performance.Collaborates with Human Resources to screen, interview and hire candidates. Administers disciplinary actions andrecommends performance improvement actions in collaboration with the HR Manager. Monitors work performance andrecommends compensation decisions based on guidelines. Follows Simmons values to develop and maintain a favorable working relationship with all employees. Promotes a cooperative and harmonious environment in order to facilitate positive employee morale, productivity, and continued improvement.

Participates as a member of the Team . Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all teammembers. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding allmajor issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify anyareas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintainfamiliarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impactof individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended toguide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person asto the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in thisposition.

Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print.Communicates with Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail. May presentinformation to small or large groups. Must be able to work in various temperatures. Move about in a manufacturingenvironment and surrounding property. May travel via car or plane to various work locations. Must be able to stoop,bend, and climb ladders to perform inspections. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Hairnets, earplugs, slip resistant shoes, and any other protective equipmentas needed or required.

Travel: Minimum local travel to other work sites.

Technical Experience: 3 years experience in food processing with experience related to food safety and/or quality management. Basic HACCP training required.

Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing organization.

Minimum Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Poultry Science, Microbiology or relatedfield, or 4 years related experience.

Preferred Education : MS degree in related field.

We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.

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