Quality Assurance and Food Safety Technician

Bento Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Training and career development

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Bento Inc. is hiring a Quality Assurance and Food Safety Technician to uphold food safety policies and product quality at our Orlando plant. You will liaise between regional management and the QA Head Office, conduct audits, and lead HACCP-related tasks.

The role includes training staff, maintaining records, and coordinating samples for lab testing, with opportunities for growth and development within a global food service group.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Food Science, Chemistry, Public Health or Biological Science is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.
• HACCP plant experience is an asset.
• Previous leadership experience preferably in a Food Processing facility.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines & pressure.
• Must be computer literate.
• Bilingual - English/Spanish an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety policies and product quality standards in our Food Manufacturing Plant.
• Act as the main contact between regional management and Head Office QA Department, liaise with health auditors from customer, third party and government.
• Assist the front-line supervisory staff in ensuring adherence to GMP and HACCP program compliance.
• Perform routine audits in the plant & warehouse to ensure that company standards are met.
• Responsible for Food safety and quality control training class and schedule.
• Responsible for HACCP records keeping, review, verification, and corrective actions.
• Updates or assists in the revisions of SOPs and specifications as required.
• Responsible for collecting and sending microbiological and chemical samples for lab test and verify that the results are comply with the standards.
• Ensure supplier information updated and the material received follow company's QA standards.
• Perform audits of the factory (i.e. daily pre-operational checks, internal audits, etc.).
• Conducts in-depth investigations to assist in resolving non-compliant product or practice, in a timely fashion and applies findings to improve the process.

Job description

QUALITY ASSURANCE AND FOOD SAFETY TECHNICIAN

Join Team Bento and be a part of our group of companies which operates more than 12000 locations globally. With operations across Canada and United States, Bento brings together a dynamic team of people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and talent, to create an exceptional guest experience.

Responsibilities

The Quality Assurance and Food Safety Technician is responsible for ensuring food safety policies are being adhered to and product quality standards are being met in our Food Manufacturing Plant. This person acts as the main contact between regional management and Head Office QA Department, liaise with health auditors from customer, third party and government.

• Assist the front-line supervisory staff in ensuring adherence to GMP and HACCP program compliance. Ensures product quality through random on-floor quality checks; ensure the facility meet CFIA standard by regular internal audit.
• Perform routine audits in the plant & warehouse to ensure that company standards are met.
• Responsible for Food safety and quality control training class and schedule.
• Responsible for HACCP records keeping, review, verification, and corrective actions. Updates or assists in the revisions of SOPs and specifications as required.
• Responsible for collecting and sending microbiological and chemical samples for lab test and verify that the results are comply with the standards.
• Ensure supplier information updated and the material received follow company's QA standards. Ensure finished product specification, microbiological and chemical integrity.
• Perform audits of the factory (i.e. daily pre-operational checks, internal audits, etc.).
• Conducts in-depth investigations to assist in resolving non-compliant product or practice, in a timely fashion and applies findings to improve the process.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Food Science, Chemistry, Public Health or Biological Science is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.
• HACCP plant experience is an asset.
• Previous leadership experience preferably in a Food Processing facility.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines & pressure.
• Must be computer literate.
• Bilingual - English/Spanish an asset

Why you should join our team

• Full-Time starting immediately $21.00-$22.00/hour.
• Power of Collaboration: Live our core values - "Own it", "Care about it", "Make it exceptional", and "Win together" - as we work together to create better food for everyone, the Japanese way.
• Competitive Rewards: Upon meeting eligibility criteria reap the benefits of a comprehensive group health benefits, and retirement plans that recognize your outstanding contribution.
• Ignite Your Potential: Fuel your growth with extensive training and opportunities for career advancement, empowering you to unleash your full potential.
• Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to be heard and celebrated through meaningful initiatives and programs.
• Drive Sustainable Impact: As part of our dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, we actively promote sustainable practices and initiatives to create a positive impact on our environment and communities.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates elected for an interview will be contacted. Special consideration will be given to applicants with previous experience working as a; Quality Control Technician, Quality Assurance Technician, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Food Safety, Food Technician, Food Production.