FSQA Specialist

Domino's Pizza; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

No-cost mental health support

Childcare tuition discounts

No-cost fitness, nutrition, and well-­

Fertility benefits

Adoption assistance

401k matching contributions

15% off stock

Company bonus

Job summary

Domino’s Pizza is seeking a Quality Assurance/QA Lab professional in Michigan to support ingredient commercialization, product development, and data-driven quality improvements. The role involves evaluating product and ingredient quality, maintaining records, and coordinating testing samples while traveling up to 30% as needed.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience in Food Safety or QA within quick-service restaurants, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong data skills,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in food science, manufacturing, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year in Food Safety or QA or product development in QSR.
• Experience with product evaluations, laboratory testing, or sensory testing.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Support ingredient commercialization and product development projects.
• Plan and report on product evaluations and audits.
• Analyze data and develop recommendations for Technical Services, Procurement, Product Development, and Quality teams.
• Maintain technical records, databases, specifications, test protocols, evaluation reports, and project documentation.
• Coordinate procurement, receipt, inventory, storage, preparation, shipment, and disposal of samples for evaluations and testing programs.
• Maintain clean, orderly, safe QA laboratory, test kitchen, and QA shipping/receiving areas; assist R&D with product development activities and sensory testing.
• Travel as necessary to support QA, Procurement, and R&D initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Data analysis

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related

Job description

Domino’s is a purpose-inspired, performance-driven company powered by exceptional people who are committed to feeding the power of possible—one pizza at a time. Founded in 1960 as a single store in Ypsilanti, Michigan, Domino’s has grown into the largest pizza company in the world, with more than 22,300 stores across 90+ markets. Our success is built on the strength of our people, technology, and franchise system. As a leader in innovation, we continue to transform the pizza and QSR industry while creating opportunities for team members to learn, grow and thrive. If you're ready to make an impact, build a meaningful career and help shape what's next, there's a place for you at Domino's.

Job Description

• Support ingredient commercialization, supplier qualification, product renovation, innovation, quality improvement, equipment change, process change, ingredient change, new product development, and food safety validation projects through product evaluations, technical assessments, data collection, and project coordination.
• Plan, organize, schedule, set up, execute, and report on product and ingredient evaluations and audits, including pre- and post-evaluation communications and database oversight.
• Analyze product evaluation, ingredient performance, and ingredient quality data; identify trends; interpret results; and develop recommendations for Technical Services, Procurement, Product Development, and Quality teams.
• Maintain technical records, databases, specifications, test protocols, evaluation reports, and project documentation, including reviewing and modifying specifications.
• Coordinate the procurement, receipt, inventory, storage, preparation, shipment, and disposal of product and ingredient samples used in evaluations and testing programs, and order and maintain ingredients and packaging for the FSQA lab area.
• Maintain clean, orderly, safe, and efficient QA laboratory, test kitchen, and QA shipping and receiving areas, and assist the R&D team with product development activities and sensory testing by providing kitchen support.
• Travel as necessary to conduct product sensory setups and other activities supporting Quality Assurance, Procurement, and R&D initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills across functions and organizational levels, with the ability to interact effectively with various constituencies.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities, set goals, work independently, and be self-motivated.
• Knowledge of computer skills, including Microsoft Office programs, data analysis, and data management.
• Ability to operate with a sense of urgency, as needed.
• Ability to be on call 24 hours a day and travel without extended notice.
• Ability to travel approximately up to 30%.
• Ability to perform at the appropriate proficiency level for the organization’s core competencies, including Ensures Accountability, Collaborates, Self-Development, and Customer Focus.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and expertise in food science, food manufacturing, or the restaurant or retail business.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Food Safety and Quality Assurance or Product Development, preferably within the quick-service restaurant industry.
• Experience conducting product evaluations, laboratory testing, sensory testing, or food manufacturing activities.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits that start on the first day of employment
• No-cost mental health support for employee and dependents
• Childcare tuition discounts
• No-cost fitness, nutrition, and wellness programs
• Fertility benefits
• Adoption assistance
• 401k matching contributions
• 15% off the purchase price of stock
• Company bonus

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.