Quality Specialist

Quality SpecialistWe are immediately hiring a Quality Specialist in Provo, UT for our Supply Chain Solutions division. Apply here today to speak with a Recruiter about the position and perks of joining our Ryder Ever Better Team.This position will help support and maintain the quality system for our manufacturing facility. This role will take ownership of the supplier approval process, develop and maintain accurate specifications, develop Master Manufacturing Records (MMRs), approve completed production records, perform internal audits and resolve non-compliances, submits product documentation for approval from certification bodies and assists with maintaining certifications including NSF, SQF, Organic, Gluten Free and Kosher.Essential functions include collecting and maintaining documentation associated with the supplier approval process, managing the Food Fraud program, developing and maintaining specifications for finished products, ingredients and packaging, developing and maintaining master manufacturing records, reviewing completed production and testing records and determining product release, developing and maintaining SOPs, Forms, Work Instructions and other Quality Documents, conducting internal audits on GMP's and Quality pre-requisite programs, evaluating potential risk areas and resolving non-conformances, submitting new product documentation for certification approval from Kosher, Organic, Gluten Free, etc., certification bodies and assisting maintenance of NSF & SQF certifications, participating in process validations (such as sanitation and CCP's) and determining compliance.Additional responsibilities include assisting with responsibilities for HACCP and Food Safety programs, assisting with customer complaints and CAPA's, assisting with employee training, and performing other duties as assigned.Education: HS/GED required, Bachelor's degree in food science or related science, preferred.Experience: 3 years or more experience performing, at least most of the job duties listed above, working with Quality or regulatory systems in the food or dietary supplement industry, required. 0 - 1 year experience maintaining HACCP, NSF, SQF and Organic programs, preferred.Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication in English, required. Proficient using Microsoft Word and Excel, intermediate required.Licenses: PCQI certification within a year, required. HACCP certification preferred.Compensation Information: The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:Pay Type: SalariedMinimum Pay Range: 60,000Maximum Pay Range: 65,000Benefits Information: For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Ryder