Sr. QA Food Technologist

Daymon Worldwide Inc.; Goodlettsville (TN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail seeks a Sr QA and Sensory Technologist to implement quality assurance practices and manage product evaluations. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Science, have over 5 years of relevant laboratory experience, and possess strong organizational and analytical skills. This role emphasizes ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing product quality.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Science.
• 5+ years experience in a laboratory setting, preferably Food Science.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality assurance procedures, product evaluation, and compliance.
• Lead development and administration of QA programs and systems.
• Design and analyze consumer tests and sensory evaluations.

Skills

Sound Judgement

Organization

Detail Oriented

Flexibility

Knowledge of Policies

Data Compilation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science or equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range

$72,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

The Sr QA and Sensory Technologist supports the retailers overall program objectives through the management and implementation of quality assurance practices such as product monitoring and evaluation, customer feedback programs and supplier standards. They will be required to manage the timely submission of any formal regulatory applications in support of the private brands program to ensure retailer compliance. The role manages relationships with retailer cross-functional teams, customers and manufacturers. They will also be expected to regularly review and provide adjustments to current processes and procedures to maximize efficiencies.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the development, implementation and administration of Quality Assurance operational procedures, policies, programs and systems
• Manage overall product development process for assigned clients/customers and/or assigned products
• Administer the private label quality assurance testing program for specific products or clients
• Lead the day to day management of the retailer’s customer feedback programs for private brands
• Resolve issues or concerns regarding current product quality and recommends solutions for corrective action with Vendor
• Audit critical categories for quality integrity and food safety
• Design, execute, and analyze results from consumer tests and sensory evaluations of Private Label brand and competitive brand products
• Ensure the federal and state regulations for products and packaging are tracked, monitored for changes, and met.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

- This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

- Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job

Minimum Qualifications The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level: (Required): Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Field of Study/Area of Experience: Science

5+ Years of experience in Science with laboratory experience required, preferrably with Food Science

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to Exercise Sound Judgement
• Well Organized, Detail Oriented, & able to Handle Fast Paced Work Environment
• Flexible & Adaptable, able to change & Alter According to changes in Projects or Business Environment
• Knowledge of generally accepted practices, procedures, & standard policy & procedure development techniques
• Ability to Gather Data, Compile Information, & Prepare Reports

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Retail

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