Quality Control Specialist

Position Summary A food manufacturing company is seeking a QA/QC Specialist to support product quality, food safety, regulatory compliance, and supplier quality management. This position will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, third-party laboratories, and overseas stakeholders to ensure quality standards, certifications, audits, and compliance requirements are maintained. Responsibilities Maintain and organize Certificates of Analysis (COA), certifications, and quality documentation. Coordinate product testing and manage relationships with third-party laboratories. Support internal, supplier, and facility audits and follow up on corrective actions. Investigate customer complaints, product issues, and non-conformances. Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective action plans. Communicate and coordinate with overseas quality teams and external agencies. Maintain food safety, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance programs. Manage product certifications, registrations, and related documentation. Create and update SOPs, work instructions, and quality procedures. Support employee training, continuous improvement, and other QA/QC projects as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related field, or equivalent experience. 2-3+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within the food industry. Knowledge of food safety regulations, audits, and quality systems. Experience handling certifications, compliance documentation, and product testing. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Business-level Japanese and English language skills (reading, writing, and speaking) are required. Valid California driver's license. SALARY USD 50,000 - 85,000 (DOE) LOCATION Torrance, CA WORK STYLE Onsite Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid time off, paid sick leave and Paid holidays 401(k) #J-18808-Ljbffr