Quality Control Specialist

Full-time / In-office role

Position overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Control Specialist to join our fast growing team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the quality standards of our products throughout the production process. The Quality Control Specialist will work closely with operations, contract manufacturers, and other stakeholders to ensure that our products meet or exceed industry regulations and consumer expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to Director of Quality
• Conducts routine inspections of finished goods to identify defects, inconsistencies, and deviations from quality standards.
• Makes real time, accurate decisions that may affect order fulfillment and has the authority to place food on hold based on food safety or quality non conformances.
• Attends contract manufacturers’ first productions to observe for quality food handling and safety. 
• Conducts impromptu quality inspections with contract manufacturers and warehouses on an annual basis.
• Maintains accurate and comprehensive records of quality control tests, inspections, and outcomes.
• Prepares and submit regular quality control reports to management, highlighting trends, areas of improvement, and corrective actions taken.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to address quality issues promptly and effectively.
• Assists in developing and updating standard operating procedures for quality control processes.
• Participates in root cause analysis and corrective action processes to prevent recurrence of quality issues.
• Manages the retain sample process for seal integrity and traceability.
• Performs other duties assigned by the department director

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License.
• Proven experience (1) in quality control within the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of food safety regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills to convey quality-related information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, G Suite and ERP (SAP Business One preferred).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits:

• 100% employer paid premium health insurance including medical, dental and life insurance
• Supplemental coverage for vision, disability insurance, cancer, and hospital stays
• Generous vacation, paid holidays (14), sick days (6), and you get your birthday off
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Work environment:

• On-site in Elmhurst (40%) & West Chicago 60%)

Company overview:

Our fast-growing company is a natural food importer and manufacturer with our main office based in Encino, CA, and subsidiaries in Chicago, IL and Barcelona. We are passionate about organic food, and we are a key player in our industry. Our purpose is to make natural and organic food available to all. As we are a very successful startup in a booming market, our multicultural team works in an incredibly pleasant, exciting and fulfilling environment.

NSI Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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