TruRoots was created with a clear vision...to nourish our families, community, and planet from root to fruit. Grounded in our unmistakable legacy of passion, integrity, and quality-you-can-taste, TruRoots Company is committed to producing delicious products that nourish from farm to fridge! We continue to give back to the planet through sustainable practices, including waste reduction, water conservation, renewable electricity, and a Zero Waste to landfill facility.

Our family of brands includes R.W. Knudsen Family, a pioneer since 1961 in fruit & vegetable juices, setting the gold standard for quality, innovation, and taste, and Santa Cruz Organic.

We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Specialist for our Maryland facility, rooted in the heart of Havre de Grace for over 30 years.

The Quality Assurance Specialist works with the production team to manage and maintain compliance with cGMP, food safety, food defense, allergen, and quality programs.

Primary responsibilities include :

Deliver continuous improvement in all quality systems, food safety, and sanitation.Lead the food defense team, ensuring all activities and reviews are completed on time.

Manage the hold / release system for finished goods and raw materials. Track and trend hold products to identify areas for improvement or reoccurring nonconformances.

Provide coaching to operations on food safety, quality systems, and day-to-day issues.Review and update processing documents and standards.

Provide support to beverage operation technicians utilizing Lean Manufacturing tools.Train all full-time employees in HACCP, Sanitation, Statistical Process Control, Food Defense, Allergens, and cGMPs.

Drive out defects in the process through collaboration with the production teams and leadership. Work to prevent and correct food safety and quality issues.

Maintain audit readiness for cGMP, Regulatory agencies, BRCGS, or other third-party & customer audits.Assist and support the Quality Assurance Manager with regulatory and company training, quality continuous improvement, food safety and / or quality programs (FSMA, BRCGS), analyzing consumer complaints, and other quality department focus areas.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree, preferably a Technical, Food Science, or Microbiology degree3 years experience in a food manufacturing facility, preferably in a quality functionKnowledge of beverage manufacturing, cGMPs, Kosher, and OrganicHACCP and PCQI Certified preferredFamiliarity with GFSI, BRCGS preferredBetter Process Control School (Acidified & Low Acid Foods) Certified is a plus

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong computer skills

Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WMS, and ERP systems.Effective communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skillsOrganizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skillsData analysis and technical skillsComfortable working proactively and independently in a fast-paced environment that is subject to working evenings and on-call statusAbility to coach, teach, and lead othersAnalytical equipment experience / lab skills / troubleshootingWell organized and detail-orientedAbility to maintain current knowledge of changes and developments in quality assurance, sanitation, food science, and sensory areasHighly adaptable and flexible to a dynamic environmentEqual Employment Opportunity

TruRoots Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, national origin or ethnicity, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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Last updated : 2024-04-06