QA Coordinator - Milk

Quality Assurance CoordinatorAre you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.The position will be based in Tempe, AZ.Main responsibilities:Responsible for plant HACCP and FSMA reporting including data collection, procedure development, and record keeping.Deal with regulatory and plant personnel ensuring ongoing compliance with a focus on maintaining and improving relationships.Perform plant floor duties including quality audit inspection record keeping, product sample collection and analysis, HACCP and FSMA updating, compliance, auditing, and active participation in the 5S/Continuous Improvement program.Collect quality related information from plant floor operators ensuring compliance with quality standard operating procedures.Develop, implement, and roll out new quality programs (sanitary maintenance, SQF audit gap analysis) to meet corporate quality standards for all US Plants.Participate in regulatory audits and perform acting QA Manager duties during the QA Manager's absence.Microbiological analysis; preparation and plating of samples.Working knowledge of Global Food Safety Initiatives and FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act)We are looking for candidates who possess the following:High degree of initiative and sense of urgency.Excellent analytical judgment with confidence to act.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and technical writing skills are required.Establish and maintain effective communication with internal and external customers.Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills required.Energetic, self-motivated, and the ability to manage multiple projects and work with multifunctional teams.Ability to motivate, lead, and influence various levels of the organization.Bachelor's degree in food science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field.3-5 years of experience in Quality Assurance and laboratory experience.Excellent PC skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; ability to grasp additional business-related applications.We also provide a variety of benefits including:Competitive wages paid weeklyAccess to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with StreamAssociate discountsHealth and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI BenefitsLeaders invested in your training, career growth and developmentAn inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serveAlbertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success.