Quality Assurance (qa) analystLTHFood Industries Inc.

QUALITY ASSURANCE ANALYST
 
WORK EXPERIENCE:
At least 6 months working in a meat manufacturing or food setup
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND:
BS Chemistry, BS Chem. Eng., BS Food Tech, BS Bio major in Micro or any science-allied courses
COMPETENCY PROFILE:
preferably Licensed Chemist, Licensed Chem. Tech, or PAM-accredited Microbiologist, Food Tech
Knowledgeable on cGMP, GWP, HACCP; having an FSSC, BRC, or any GFSI-recognized certification system background is a plus
Knowledgeable on physico-chemical tests (pH, % fat, protein, brix, % titratable acidity, viscosity) and basic microbiology; dairy microbiology experience would be an edge
With basic to intermediate understanding on Integrated Pest Management
With basic to intermediate knowledge on ISO documentation
Has the ability to write technical reports.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in monitoring and updating HACCP, SOP, AND QA programs, procedures, and document control programs Record and analyze statistical data and recommend modifications, or suggest new standards, methods, and procedures
Implement quality assurance programs that effectively monitor product manufacturing in compliance with GMP's, SOP's, and HACCP
Perform analytical tests, inspections, and monitoring of incoming raw materials/packaging and finished goods for specification compliance
Assist with supply chain inspection, approval, and audit programs
Implement and manage Random Microbiological testing on equipment and product
Prepare product and process quality reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Maintain a "floor presence" as an auditor of quality throughout the processing facility
Ensure maintenance and sanitation of the facility is in compliance with food safety requirements
Collaborates with colleagues in Supply Chain, Operations, and Quality functions to continually improve capability and process efficiency
Make decisions concerning product quality, including shutting down line when processes do not conform to specifications
Develop product formulation sheets for new products
POSITION REQUIRED:
QA with R&D Function for Thermal Processing (canned meat, processed meat such as sausage, hotdog etc....)
QA with R&D Function for Preserves (Bottled kaong, nata, legumes etc....)