Quality Technician Days

Baldwin Richardson Foods Co.; Pennsauken Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health and wellness rebate

Vacation buy

Job summary

Baldwin Richardson Foods Co. seeks a QA Tech II to ensure food safety and quality across products. You will perform product and batch inspections, conduct analytical and microbiological testing, and verify codes and records in a GMP/GLP environment.

You will train staff, develop inspection methods, coordinate with labs and suppliers, and apply statistical problem-solving to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in biology, math, statistics or related technical field is required.
• Minimum of three years quality production and lab experience or equivalent.
• CQT certification or significant analytical test experience required.
• Experience in a GFSI certified facility.
• HACCP or PCQI or Better Process School certification.
• Strong communication and continuous learning mindset.
• Ability to train others in quality measurement, testing and systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs product and batch inspection responsibilities within GMP/GLP standards.
• Maintains areas and equipment; holds batches as required and conducts testing.
• Verifies product codes, records, and performs microbiological activities.
• Coordinates with third-party inspection services and suppliers; generates COA.
• Participates in new product development, process improvements, and corrective actions.
• Applies statistical tools to define problems and drive solutions in production and lab.
• Documents quality systems, training, and maintenance of records.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Quality measurement equipment

Statistical problem-solving

Training others in quality

Self-starter

Punctuality

Education

Associate’s Degree in Biology/Math/Statistics or related technical field

CQT certification

Job description

Baldwin Richardson Foods (BRF) is focused on enriching the flavor of life. As a full-service liquid products supplier and strategic partner to the food and beverage industry, BRF combines its formulation expertise and unique packaging options with robust processing capabilities to produce high-quality sauces, toppings, syrups, fillings, and shelf-stable beverages for the world's most iconic Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands, and food service companies. The company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson's dessert sauces and Nance's mustards/condiments. BRF has facilities from coast-to-coast to meet our growing partnership needs.

WHAT WE NEED

The QA Tech II is responsible for ensuring that the food safety and quality of products and services meet all customer and regulatory standards through the utilization of quality tools and systems. This position will investigate, analyze, and report on findings to ensure all standards are met, achieved through the use of quality tools, systems, and statistical data. The QA Tech II will establish inspection and test methods and procedures, and train personnel in their application. Strong communication skills and a team player attitude are essential.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Performs all required product and batch inspection responsibilities, including maintaining work areas and equipment within GMP and GLP standards, placing batches or finished products on hold as required, performing analytical and microbiological testing as defined by Food Safety and Quality systems, verifying product codes and chart recorders, performing microbiological activities (ATP swabs, culture swabs, plating, BacT/Alert3D, 3M film plating), and monitoring thermal process checks (pasteurizer temps, packaging sterilization processes).
• Uses all aspects of measurement tools, processes, and product verification. Designs, sets up, and implements inspection/measurement programs. Develops and writes appropriate work instructions. Provides accurate documentation of reports and results. Trains others in the use of equipment, methods, and routines.
• Uses all aspects of testing equipment to set up, perform, analyze, and report on all phases of product testing as defined by Food Safety Quality systems. Writes corresponding work instructions. Provides accurate documentation of testing performance, results, and summaries.
• Coordinates with third-party inspection & testing services, laboratories, and suppliers. Generates COA and other documentation for outgoing shipments.
• Participates on new product development teams, process improvement teams, and problem-solving teams including design reviews, FMEA compilations, gage/test fixture development, and process control application. Completes appropriate quality projects and corrective action items.
• Uses statistical tools and methods, problem-solving techniques, and recognized testing methods to define problems, quantify data, make recommendations, and drive solutions in production and laboratory environments. Ensures accurate documentation of problems and solutions.
• Develops and accurately documents, organizes, and reports on Quality Systems including written documentation, file organization, and database structure, as well as their use and maintenance (e.g., Receiving Inspection, Non-conforming Material, Calibration, PPAP).

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Associate’s Degree in Biology, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field
• Three years of quality production and lab experience, or a commensurate amount of education and experience, with mechanical and technical equipment components.
• Certified Quality Technician (CQT) certification and/or significant analytical test experience required.
• Experience working in a GFSI certified facility.
• HACCP certification or similar, including PCQI or Better Process School.
• A continuous learning and improvement mindset is a must; there are many opportunities to learn and develop at BRF, but the individual needs to be motivated to engage in those opportunities.
• Effectively communicates information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Willingness to offer suggestions on ways to improve assigned work.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (bump cap, hair net, ear plugs, beard net if applicable, Kevlar gloves, safety glasses, and leather skid-resistant work shoes/boots).
• Advanced working knowledge of quality measurement equipment.
• Statistical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to train others in quality measurement, testing, and systems application.
• Team player and constructive conflict management are key skills for success.
• Self-starter and disciplined.
• Punctuality is a must.
• Motivated to do your best work each day.

Baldwin Richardson Foods (BRF) is a place where people go above and beyond. It’s only fitting that our employees be compensated in a similar fashion. We offer a compensation and benefits package that’s holistic, competitive and fair. It’s focused on total well-being, so in addition to standard benefits, we offer extra perks such as vacation buy, floating holidays, health and wellness rebate and tuition assistance. BRF is committed to hiring a workforce which encourages diversity of thought and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, genetics, gender identity or expression, national origin, or disability.