Quality Specialist

The Quality Specialist supports the maintenance and continuous improvement of Simply Good Foods' Food Safety and Quality Management Systems. This role helps ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and certification standards, including FSSC 22000. The Quality Specialist is responsible for managing documentation, supporting quality programs, coordinating system activities, and assisting with reporting and continuous improvement initiatives. This position works closely with internal teams and external partners to uphold food safety and quality standards across the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the administration and maintenance of quality-related systems, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Salesforce, and other data management platforms. Manage tasks within TraceGains or similar supplier/document management systems, including document collection, review, approval workflows, and data requests. Support training administration through Alchemy or similar learning management systems, including tracking required training completion, updating training materials, creating quizzes, and launching job‑specific learning plans. Assist with the development, revision, and maintenance of policies, procedures, forms, and workflows that support compliance with FSSC 22000 and other food safety and quality standards. Maintain controlled documentation and records within the Quality Management System. Generate reports and support quality data collection, analysis, and record‑keeping activities. Participate in continuous improvement projects and quality initiatives. Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and maintaining records. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to address quality and food safety needs. Attend departmental and cross‑functional meetings and contribute to team objectives. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES

Working knowledge of food safety and quality assurance principles, including GFSI‑recognized standards. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and SharePoint. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment. Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills. Ability to gather, organize, and communicate information effectively to cross‑functional stakeholders. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dietetics, Food Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, food manufacturing, or a co‑manufacturing environment. Experience supporting food safety, quality systems, compliance programs, documentation control, product investigations, sensory programs, or related quality functions. Demonstrated ability to accurately complete administrative and documentation‑related responsibilities. Experience working with cross‑functional teams is preferred. Ability to travel up to 10–20%. Work is performed in a fast‑paced office environment and may be stressful at times. Work may require sitting for long periods of time; requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, calculator, telephone, copier and fax machine and scanner.

ABOUT SIMPLY GOOD FOODS

We’re raising the bar on what food can be. We say no to the status quo, and we say yes to making better food. Food that offers robust nutrition, not hollow nutrition. Energy, not depletion. Enjoyment, not regret. Simply, we’re on a mission to make food that works for you—that is radically nutritious and defyingly delicious. Better nutrition made easy so you can live well. We don’t compromise, so you never have to.

WHAT WE VALUE

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce that infuses belonging throughout our culture and business practices. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for our employees. This commitment is driven by our core values:

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The health, satisfaction and well‑being of our employees are important to us and an integral part of our organization’s goals. In this spirit, we are excited to share the available compensation for this role, which includes a base salary range and an annual short‑term incentive. We provide the base salary range, exclusive of benefits or additional incentives (highlighted here). Additionally, this position is eligible for a 5% annual short‑term incentive. If you are hired at Simply Good Foods, your final base salary compensation will be determined based upon such factors as: geographic locations, skills, training, education and/or experience. Please keep in mind that hiring at the compensation range maximum would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.

HQ/OFFICE-BASED

We provide a comprehensive total rewards package featuring competitive compensation alongside top‑tier health and wellness options. Our goal is to offer a benefits package that can be personalized to meet the diverse needs of each employee and their families. Full‑time employees and their eligible dependents have access to a range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a company‑paid health reimbursement arrangement, life and disability coverage, and a 401(k) retirement plan, among others. Additionally, we prioritize time off benefits, offering vacation time, sick leave, flexible time off (for exempt positions), and paid parental leave. Simply Good Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Simply Good