FSQA Coordinator

Spiceology, Inc.; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

Job summary

Spiceology, Inc. is seeking a FSQA Coordinator to maintain the highest food safety standards in our Spokane facility. You will implement and monitor the food safety program, assist with regulatory and 3rd party audits, and be knowledgeable in surrounding programs.

Pay ranges from $23 to $26 per hour, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and PTO. The role requires 2–4 years of regulated-industry experience and strong training and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years in food production, pharma, or other regulated industry.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Ability to lead and train employees on food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain food safety programs and procedures in accordance with FDA, USDA, and SQF standards under guidance of the Food Safety Manager.
• Conduct weekly internal facility inspections and audits to ensure compliance with all food safety regulations.
• Manage HACCP documentation including submission via Provision and organization for easy access.
• Train employees on food safety practices and maintain training records.
• Investigate and report any food safety incidents to help create CAPAs.
• Assist in organizing data to support audits and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain facility calibration of equipment and records.
• Lead sanitation procedures and verify allergen cleans are completed.
• Ensure Master Sanitation tasks are completed monthly.
• Review food safety information and verify accurate labeling across products.
• Perform environmental swabbing, ATP, and allergen swabbing.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Audits & compliance

HACCP

Training & documentation

Attention to detail

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Spiceology is the fastest-growing private spice company in the US, and we were recently named to both the Inc 5000 and Entrepreneur 360 fastest growing company lists. We market and sell over 200 innovative blends and spices to both consumers and chefs, with rapidly growing market share in both the B2B and DTC segments. Chefs fall in love with Spiceology because our packaging helps them organize and beautify their kitchens, but they buy from us because our fresh spices are far superior to the tired old ingredients they’re used to buying “off the truck”. Thousands of restaurants that include standalone establishments, hotels, casinos, universities, golf courses and more, partner with Spiceology to help them deliver the highest quality foods to their patrons. Consumers love Spiceology’s creative blends, recipe inspirations and innovations in flavor.

Summary:

Our company is seeking a FSQA Coordinator who will be responsible for maintaining the highest level of food safety standards in our facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in food safety management and knowledge of food safety regulations, and will be responsible for implementing and monitoring our food safety program. This position will be involved in assisting in regulatory and 3rd party audits and be knowledgeable in surrounding programs.

Pay: $23-26/hr

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain food safety programs and procedures in accordance with FDA, USDA, and SQF standards under the guidance of the Food Safety Manager.
• Conduct weekly internal facility inspections and audits to ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and standards.
• Manage HACCP documentation including submitting of paperwork via Provision, verifying accuracy on paperwork, and helping organize for easy access.
• Train employees on food safety practices and procedures and maintain training records.
• Investigate and report any food safety incidents to help create CAPAs with the Food Safety Manager.
• Assist in organizing info and data to support facility compliance, regulatory, and 3rd party audits.
• Maintain facility calibration of equipment and associated records.
• Leading the facility in sanitation procedures and verifying allergen cleans are done correctly.
• Ensuring Master Sanitation tasks are completed each month via the sanitation associate.
• Precise review of food safety information and verify accurate printing for all product labels and required product labeling through various internal tools.
• Environmental swabbing as well as post production ATP and allergen swabbing

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred but not required.
• 2-4 years of experience in food production, pharmaceutical, or other government regulated industry.
• Ability to lead and train employees on food safety practices and procedures.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience with Excel/Google Sheets

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work as a previous quality technician or in the food production industry.
• Work in an FDA regulated environment
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets
• Willingness to grow in food safety as well with Spiceology

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

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