Food Safety & Quality Coordinator

ewgrobbelsons; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Quarterly Bonuses

401(k) Matching

Job summary

EW Grobbel in Detroit, MI is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Coordinator to ensure our products meet rigorous safety and quality standards on the plant floor. This entry- to mid-level role offers growth opportunities within a family-owned company with 140 years in business.

Key duties include conducting quality checks, testing, audits support, and maintaining QA records, with shifts on 1st and 2nd as listed. The position emphasizes hands-on work and adherence to HACCP and USDA standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's in food science, biology, chemistry or related field is a plus.
• 1–2 years of experience in quality assurance or food production preferred.
• Ability to work 100% on the plant floor; routinely lift 30 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Basic knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles and quality control methodologies.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth quality checks on products, packaging, and equipment for HACCP/USDA compliance.
• Perform routine product testing (temperature, weight, pH) and document results.
• Support quality audits, document findings, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify areas for process improvement to enhance product quality and consistency.
• Maintain and update QA records and logs in line with regulatory and internal standards.
• Provide guidance to team members and participate in training on quality standards.

Job description

Food Safety & Quality Coordinator

Shifts Available: 1st (5:30 AM- 3:00 PM), 2nd (2:30 PM- 1:00 AM)

Location: Detroit MI & Taylor MI

Pay Range: Based on experience

At EW Grobbel, we have been proudly delivering high quality food for 140 years. As one of Crain's 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Detroit, we're ready to be a national powerhouse. We are seeking both entry level and experienced Food Safety & Quality Assurance Coordinator to join our team and ensure our products consistently meet rigorous safety and quality standards. This position is ideal for detail-oriented individuals interested in starting a career in food quality assurance with plenty of room for growth and development. This is an ACTIVE position with 100% of time being on the plant floor (standing, walking, climbing stairs).

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth quality checks on products, packaging, and equipment to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards (HACCP, USDA).
• Perform routine product testing, including but not limited to temperature, weight, pH, and other quality measures, accurately documenting results.
• Support quality audits, documenting findings, and implementing corrective actions to address any deviations or non-compliance issues.
• Assist in identifying areas for process improvement and suggest changes to enhance product quality and consistency.
• Maintain and update quality assurance records and logs, ensuring documentation aligns with regulatory and internal standards.
• Provide guidance to team members and participate in training on quality standards and procedures.

Key Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate or bachelor's degree in food science, biology, chemistry, or a related field is a plus.
• 1-2 years of experience in a quality assurance or food production environment preferred but not required.
• Ability to work 100% on the plant floor, routinely lifting 30 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Basic knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP principles, and quality control methodologies.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

• Salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
• Paid holidays & vacation time
• Quarterly bonuses
• Matching contribution to 401 (k) plan

About EW Grobbel:

EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquarters in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as "America's Oldest Corned Beef Specialist". We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.

The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast paced, high-performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.