Quality Assurance Auditor

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Ontario
Employment Type: Hourly
Shift: First
Work Arrangement: Onsite 

Position Summary:

Ensure that all audit records meet or exceed all regulatory and customer requirements. Review and monitor all records pertaining to audits, i.e., HACCP, GMPs, metal detector, lot control, etc. Ensure that records to monitor incoming raw materials for Ventura Foods’ headquarters (HQ) and customer requirements, i.e., COAs, are maintained and on file. Keep Quality Assurance (QA) Manager abreast of any non-compliance issues. Conduct weekly and monthly GMP and food safety audits of facility. Calibrate audit requirements and training for operations managers/supervisors to comply with all critical customers’ requirements, and to ensure HQ QA policy compliance. Maintain audit documents for SQF certification and all other customer audits.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure HQ QA policy compliance to meet audit standards for regulatory and customer requirements. Responsible for assuring compliance with all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated preventative controls. Maintain accurate records of COAs, certificates of insurance, Kosher certification, label and packaging information
• Audit food safety and HACCP programs and maintain accurate records for all audits. Maintain ingredient files for COAs, Kosher, MSDS, and labels
• Establish and provide disposition of Hold products and/or ingredients
• Schedule and maintain schedule for microbiology lab coordinators and receivers. Monitor microbiology lab for supplies. Assist in testing as needed. Schedule work areas as needed
• Help coordinate training of plant personnel for GMP, SOP, HACCP, food security and allergens
• Audit production line checks for compliance. Audit receivers for compliance to good warehousing practices of lot identification and trailer inspections
• Conduct monthly facility audits, and coordinate corrective action plant for each department's non-compliance
• Audit the records or files for specifications, COAs, food guaranty, insurance, allergens and labels to ensure annual updates and accuracy
• Prioritize and provide prompt solutions for production and/or customer related product issues
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology or equivalent experience
• 5-10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in auditing in a manufacturing environment preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have the ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Must utilize time in an efficient manner and be able to work with minimal supervision
• Must possess a basic understanding of chemical analysis and testing
• Must possess a basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel computer-based programs
• Must possess an understanding of rudimentary algebraic equations and basic mathematical statistics
• Proven ability to work well under pressure in an extremely fast paced environment, meet aggressive deadlines and make effective decisions

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
• Hourly Base Range of $32.03 - $40.19*

 

*The “base hourly range” provided above is a good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this position in the specified markets. Ventura Foods reserves the right to pay outside of the given range based on a variety of factors including but not limited to: candidate skills and experience, complexity of the job, budgetary factors, and location/geography. Ventura Foods conducts regular reviews of compensation ranges and therefore reserves the right to alter this range at any given time.

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.
Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

 

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.