Quality Specialist

Job Title Quality Specialist – Full Time – Cambridge, MD About the Role Our Cambridge, MD facility, a manufacturer of quality private label aseptic products, is seeking a Quality Specialist. As a Quality Specialist, you will assist in the implementation of Quality Assurance (QA) programs to ensure product quality, food safety, and sanitation in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assist with the development and implementation of Quality Assurance and Sanitation programs to minimize risks and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies. Inspect all incoming materials and analyze specifications to ensure consistent product quality. Collaborate with R&D to improve product quality and cost-effectiveness, support product changes, and oversee plant testing. Monitor material compliance and help manage supplier communications. Ensure proper execution of Document Control Practices. Provide support for the quality and food safety training for employees at all levels. Conduct GMP and sanitation audits and summarize technical data to identify trends and corrective actions, and support quality systems and initiatives such as SPC, SQF, and continuous improvement processes. Lead efforts to resolve quality-related issues, including customer complaints, product holds, and incidents. Analyze and interpret microbiological results and initiate corrective actions. Lead and collaborate with other departments to participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Important Details This is a full-time, on-site role on the First Shift . Occasional flexibility may be required to support alternate shifts. Annual salary range: $61,900–$92,900, with potential for discretionary merit compensation, bonus, and equity. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in food science, biology, or a related field. SQF Practitioner certification and Food Defense Program leadership experience preferred. Minimum of two years of quality experience in a food manufacturing environment. Demonstrated experience auditing quality systems and manufacturing practices and maintaining documentation requirements to meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Experience developing and conducting employee training. Excellent problem solving, leadership, and analytical skills. Experience using Microsoft Office. Benefits Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period. 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll. Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays. Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and educational platform – DevelopU. Inclusive working environment and employee resource groups. Access to wellness and employee assistance programs. TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr