Senior Quality Assurance Associate (FOOD)

HumanEdge; Morristown (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage manufacturing sector is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Associate in Morristown, NJ. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure product quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in food industry quality assurance and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning on Day 1

401(k) with employee contributions

Profit-sharing plan after 6 months of employment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in Food Industry Quality Assurance.
• PCQI certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze SIDIs and support documentation.
• Conduct product and supplier approvals in line with SOPs.
• Manage the change control process.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Salesforce

Compliance Quest

Job description

Senior Quality Assurance Associate (FOOD)

Senior Quality Assurance Associate (FOOD)

This range is provided by HumanEdge. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

POSITION TITLE: Quality Assurance Senior Associate

REPORTS TO: Associate Director, Quality

LOCATION: Morristown, NJ

The Quality Assurance Senior Associate will report directly to the Associate Director, Quality and collaborate with Operations, Sales, Medical & Scientific Affairs, and Innovation. The ideal candidate is solution-oriented, consultative, and resourceful, with the ability to optimize both partner and customer experiences. Responsibilities include:

• Review and analyze SIDIs and support documentation, such as Specifications, SDSs, Flow Charts, Allergens, GMOs, BSE/TSE, Nutritional’s, Test Methods, and Third-Party Certifications.
• Conduct product and supplier approvals in line with SOPs and regulations.
• Manage the change control process by reviewing supplier changes, securing updated documentation, and ensuring timely notifications are sent to Sales and customers.
• Assist with customer documentation requests related to product and facility inquiries.
• Ensure customer specifications align with supplier specifications for product approvals, orders, and customer requests.
• Oversee the Product Release process to confirm all products meet specifications and testing requirements before release.
• Upload and maintain current technical documents and data within Compliance Quest.
• Support sample requests to ensure proper receipt, storage, stocking, and dispatch with required documentation.
• Perform other tasks as requested by the Associate Director, Quality and Vice President, Quality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: A degree is not required for this position.
• Experience: 3-5 years in Food Industry Quality Assurance.
• Certification: PCQI certification is required (non-negotiable).
• Skills and Abilities:
• Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with U.S. FDA food and dietary ingredient regulations, HACCP/HARPC, manufacturing processes, and test procedures.
• Experience with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and Quality Management software (e.g., Compliance Quest) preferred, with the ability to learn and adapt to the new software required.

TARGETED COMPENSATION RANGE:

• Compensation: $70,000 - $75,000

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning on Day 1.
• 401(k) with employee contributions.
• Profit-sharing plan after 6 months of employment.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Hybrid Schedule: In-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
• Work from Home: Monday and Friday.

SELLING POINTS:

• Strong company culture with a positive reputation and growth opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial work environment.
• Core company values foster team collaboration and advancement.

TOOLS/SOFTWARE:

• Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Customer relationship management (CRM) software — Salesforce
• Quality management software — Compliance Quest

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

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