FSQ-Food Safety Coord FF

Michael Foods; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Las Vegas, Nevada is seeking a Food Safety Coordinator to maintain documentation for Quality Systems, HACCP and SQF programs at the North Las Vegas facility.

You will also back up the Food Safety Quality Manager and help train staff. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 2 years in a food processing environment, strong communication, and solid computer skills (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology or related field.
• Two years of experience in a food processing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret common scientific and technical documents.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of statistical process control.

Responsibilities

• Maintain documentation for Quality, HACCP, and SQF programs.
• Lead internal audits as part of HACCP / Food Safety team.
• Monitor and update corrective action databases.
• Develop and conduct training related to HACCP, SQF, GMPs.
• Review and create SOPs/SSOPs with plant quality and sanitation teams.
• Back up QA Techs and Food Safety Manager as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies and ensure a safe workplace.
• Work off shifts, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Advanced computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

SharePoint

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Business Unit Overview

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food

Location Description

Michael Foods, Inc. locaed in Las Vegas, Nevada is known for is vibrant, inclusive city that offer amenities unlike anywhere elese. From cultural offerings and concerts to festivals.

Responsibilities

The Food Safety Coordinator maintains the documentation critical for the Quality Systems, HACCP and Food Safety Plans and SQF Programs throughout the North Las Vegas facility. This position is also the back up for the Food Safety Quality Manager and assists with verifying that programs are being executed properly and develops and conducts training programs.

This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability.

• Review and maintain the routine paperwork related to the Quality, Regulatory, SPC, Food Safety / HACCP Plan, Sanitation, SQF Audit, and customer specific documentation.
• Be an active member of the HACCP / Food Safety team. Perform and co-lead the internal audits program.
• Monitor and update Corrective Action Database.
• Assist with developing and conducting training programs for employees related to HACCP, SQF, GMP's, etc.
• Review and create SOPs and SSOPs working closely with plant quality and sanitation teams.
• Fill in for Food Safety Quality Manager and QA Techs when needed.
• Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
• Adhere to quality work practices, follow GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality
• Participate in safety element (SRMP) for the purpose of loss control.
• Back up to QA Techs and Food Safety Quality Manager as needed.
• Required to work off shifts (Sanitation hours), weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology or related field or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

Experience
Two (2) years experience in a food processing environment

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers/vendors, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Basic understanding of statistical process control.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Licenses, Certificates, Registrations
Examples of licenses, certificates, and registrations required within first 6 months to a year of employment

• HACCP Certification
• PCQI Certification
• SQF Practitioner
• Audit Certification recommended

Other Skills And Abilities
Specific skills and abilities required that are not included in other sections:

• Must possess strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Able to demonstrate interpersonal skills: Take a team building approach and work effectively in a cross-functional environment
• Strong organizational and implementation skills
• Advanced Computer Skills: Share Point, Word, Excel, Power-Point

The pay range for this position is $19.82 to $26.95 per hour.