Embark on a rewarding career in the food production industry as a Quality Control Assistant, based in Hudson, NY. This role is integral to upholding the stringent standards of food safety and quality within our facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily audits to ensure adherence to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive logs of production processes, including pre-operation checks, cooking, cooling, and packaging.
• Calibrate and document thermometer performance, ensuring annual certification of devices.
• Provide detailed reports to upper management on quality control efforts and findings.
• Establish and maintain testing standards to align with industry and organizational requirements.
• Inspect and record the receiving process to uphold temperature and quality standards for all incoming materials.
• Conduct regular cleanliness inspections of production and storage facilities.
• Facilitate daily operations with a focus on food safety protocols.
• Lead the implementation of the HACCP Plan and manage food safety and defense initiatives.
• Develop and execute quality programs to enhance compliance with safety standards.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies such as USDA and FDA.
• Conduct quality control audits and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to integrate quality control processes.
• Manage and update yearly vendor documentation requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 3-5 years of experience in a Quality Control or Assurance role within food manufacturing.
• HACCP Certification is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of cGMP and PPE standards.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across various departments.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary range: $50,000 to $65,000 per year.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package.

If you have a passion for food safety and quality control, and possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply. This full-time position offers a challenging and fulfilling career in a dynamic and expanding sector, with no remote work option available.