Sr. Quality Systems Lead

Description
ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

Sr. Quality Systems Lead
Night Shift 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM

ABOUT THE ROLE
Performs a variety of technical food product tests, process checks, and audits to ensure compliance with company, process, and product quality, safety, food security, and sanitation standards and regulations, and achieve continuous improvement objectives. Ensures QA Technicians follow the established schedule and all policies & procedures.

WHAT YOU'LL DO 

• Identifies, investigates, and troubleshoots food processing problems and non-conformances to ensure compliance with product and packaging consistency, safety, and quality standards and to increase production efficiency.

• Ensures technicians are following all QA policies and procedures (plant QA hold/rework policy, HACCP, GMP, etc.) to reduce waste, increase regulatory compliance, and improve production efficiency.

• Adheres to safety, health and environmental standards of the facility.

• Review records, logs of tests, audits, and other quality procedures to ensure availability of accurate and thorough information.

• Trains new associates on GSF-specific techniques and practices.

• Routinely interacts with plant personnel to provide QA and safety-related information and to keep GSF and customers apprised of quality and safety concerns, opportunities for preventive maintenance, techniques, and regulations.

• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment to ensure the accuracy and reliability of QA procedures.

• Complete 24/48-hour sample checks, attend daily meetings for shift changeover, and administer aid to all QA when needed, including relief for lunches and breaks.

• Management of QS Sampling plan, including storage of retains, sensory, and micro samples.

• Ensure shift notes are complete and distributed to the QS Team and Management.

• Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.

 

PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES 

• Productivity/quality standards: test/audit methodology, accuracy, and reliability
• Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
• Domestic and international regulatory compliance
• Teamwork within the department and across departments
• Project/assignment standards
• Customer satisfaction
• Safety standards and procedures: food
• Safety standards and procedures: laboratory equipment and procedures

 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED 

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry, microbiology, or a related field of science from an accredited college or university

  Experience:

• 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience, with an understanding of food safety and regulations.

  Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

• Food safety concepts and techniques (J)
• Food chemistry (J)
• Food microbiology (J)
• Quality assurance concepts and techniques (J)
• HACCP programs and related food safety regulations and processes (B)
• Food processing equipment (B)
• Food testing concepts and techniques (B)
• PC word processing/spreadsheet software (B)

Skill and ability to:

• Work independently
• Identify problems or irregularities for early resolution
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
• Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy
• Perform a variety of food safety tests
• Work in a laboratory environment
• Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
• Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed

 

Pay & Benefits: 

Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D); Pet Insurance

Retirement Benefits: 401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

To apply, click “Apply” and complete the online application.

 

WHY JOIN US

Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.

Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:

• ​People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
• Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.