Quality Assurance Specialist

Ingredion Incorporated; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated seeks a Quality Assurance Specialist to oversee daily management of the site’s food safety and quality systems and documentation. The role maintains ISO internal audits, HACCP team activities, and training across GMPs and Intelex usage.

You will coordinate internal audits, support FSMA-related duties, and drive improvements in food safety objectives. This onsite position requires a technical background and 2+ years in the food industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field (Engineering, Manufacturing, Chemistry, Food Science)
• 2+ years’ experience in the Food Industry
• Experience with ISO 9001 and Food Safety management systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Sound technical ability and experience
• Experience with food safety, HACCP and hygiene programs
• Strong computer skills including Excel; experience with quality management, document control, and enterprise software systems

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and control of Quality and Food Safety management system documentation.
• Establish, implement and maintain internal food safety audit programs and ISO internal audits.
• Serve on HACCP Team and assist with program maintenance and updates.
• Act as backup to the FSMA Coordinator and Preventive Controls Qualified Individual.
• Coordinate Internal Audit Program; review audit reports and track non-conformances.
• Communicate open QIA and NCR status to plant personnel and management.
• Ensure timely reaction to daily food safety and quality issues.
• Support setting measurable food safety objectives across functions.
• Train plant employees in GMPs, HACCP, and related programs.
• Support Intelex training and usage.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Multitasking

Teamwork

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field

Tools

Intelex

QMS

ISO audits

Excel

Job description

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there’s a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

TITLE: QualityAssurance Specialist

LOCATION: South Sioux City, NE

R** EPORTS TO **: Quality Assurance Lead

Workplace Type: Onsite

Ingredion is currently recruiting for the position ofQualityAssurance Specialist.This positionis responsibleforoverseeing the daily management of the site’s food safety and quality systems programs and documentation.

What you will do:

• Accountable for the organization’s development and control of required Quality and Food Safety Management System documentation, including records thatdemonstrateeffective planning, operation, and control of its processes.
• Managingthe effective establishment, implementation, and maintenance of an internal food safety audit program and ISO internal audit program.
• Servingasan activemember of theHACCP Team andassistingwith programmaintenance and updating.
• Servingas backup to the site FSMA Coordinator and Preventive Controls Qualified Individual.
• Facilitating theInternal Audit Program.Reviewingcompleted audit reports for accuracy and assigningQIAs for any identifiednon-conformances.Reviewingclosed QIA records for accuracy and completeness.
• Communicatingregularly to plant personnel the status of open QIA and NCRrecordsand trackingperformance.Communicatingmonthly to sitemanagementon QIA and NCR performance.
• Ensuringimmediate reaction and resolution todailyfood safety and food quality situations.
• Supportingthe establishment and development of measurable food safetyobjectivesfor relevant functions and levels within the organization that are consistent with the food safety policy.
• Responsibilityfor training plant employees in GMPs, HACCP, Food Security, etc.
• Supportingemployee training initiatives for Intelex usage.
• Performingspecial projectsand other duties, as assigned.

What you will bring:

• Possess strong attention to detailandtheabilityto work with a high volume of documents in a fast-paced environment.
• Have a proventrack recordin coordinating the development of corrective action plans.
• Exhibit excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to deliver results ina very challengingand fast-paced environment.
• Ability todemonstrateanalytical, criticalthinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate sound project management skills, including multitasking and time management.
• Participateas a team member with a variety of people at all levels within the organization.
• Continually model behavior as a highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Consistentlyare proactive and innovative with a strong will to succeed.
• Have a solid understanding of basic business principles.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field, such as Engineering, Manufacturing, Chemistry, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2years’ experiencewithin the Food Industry.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and Food Safety management systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Sound technical ability and experience.
• Experience with food safety, HACCP, and hygiene programs.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel) and experience using quality management, document control, and enterprise software systems.

Why Join Ingredion?

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally.
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally.
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

No

Pay Range:

$69,800.00-$93,066.67 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.