Food Safety And Quality Assurance Analyst

Food Safety And Quality Assurance Analyst Join T & T Supermarket as a Food Safety And Quality Assurance Analyst. The FSQA Analyst for Direct Imports ensures the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of imported food products. This role involves a comprehensive understanding of food safety regulations, quality standards, and import/export procedures. Responsibilities Work closely with processing centers, merchandising and supply chain to conduct product evaluation and improvement projects, ensuring products comply with regulatory requirements, product specifications, and customer satisfaction. Review vendor program, product specification, labels and claims for approval. Implement Food Safety and Quality Assurance program and continuously improve compliance on FDA/USDA, GFSI/HACCP and industry standards. Liaise with FDA/USDA/GFSI and other FSQA inspectors during inspections, taking or coordinating corrective action to ensure all business practices comply with regulations and standards. Evaluate suppliers based on food safety and quality standards, conducting desk or onsite audits and inspections as needed. Effectively communicate food safety and compliance information to internal and external stakeholders. Respond to food safety incidents and product recalls, conducting thorough investigations and implementing corrective actions. Investigate customer complaints with vendors and initiate corrective actions. Provide clear corrective action feedback to vendors and monitor improvement progress. Maintain and update accurate and organized records of all food safety and compliance activities, including documentation, correspondence, and audit reports. Conduct trend analysis and submit summary reports to the management team regularly for continuous improvement. Perform any other duties assigned by the superior(s). Qualifications Post‑secondary degree in food science, food chemistry, food microbiology, public health or related discipline. Sound knowledge of US and international regulatory requirements for food products; additional knowledge of health and beauty product regulations is a plus. HACCP certificate and at least 3 years of work experience in food safety, quality assurance or related field. Knowledge of Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) for importers is an asset. Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills; ability to make convincing and assertive recommendations. Capable of working independently and as part of a team. Flexibility in handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines. Detail oriented and able to work under pressure. Work in various environmental conditions and flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays when needed. Good written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Chinese, other Asian language, or Spanish is a bonus. Good database management skills, computer skills, project scheduling, follow-up, and result summary skills. Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for business within the US, Canada, or internationally up to 20% of the time. Benefits Competitive wages Discretionary bonus Paid holiday leave Generous paid time off (annual vacation, sick, marriage, bereavement) Medical, dental & vision care Life & AD&D insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) retirement plan Paid training Long service award Staff recreation activities Conditions apply Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Quality Assurance Industries Retail Groceries Location West Hollywood, CA Salary $98,400.00 - $125,000.00 Posted 3 days ago #J-18808-Ljbffr