What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Line Specialist position at ACH Food Companies, Inc.?
The Food Safety Quality and Regulatory Product Line Specialist will provide specialized knowledge of specific segments of quality systems or plant processes such as food safety and quality auditing, instrumentation, specific product line knowledge, computer systems, management or oversight of product traceability, suppliers and other needed focus areas.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct verification and maintenance of the food safety and quality systems, hazard analysis and sanitation processes, prerequisite programs, manufacturing processes, plant environment and finished product.
Collaborates with operations on the initiation of corrective action and preventative measures when necessary.
Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate team members.
Ensure compliance to specifications for all product(s).
Maintain audit readiness in the production processes.
Complete verification of all food safety and quality activities for production of safe, compliant product(s).
Lead product traceability efforts for raw materials, ingredients, packaging and finished product(s).
Communicate essential information as related to Food Safety and Quality to all employees including management and line operations.
Facilitate as the technical resource for operations, engineering, and maintenance for guidance in Food Safety and Quality. I.e., weight control, foreign material programs, incident investigation, projects, new construction, equipment, etc. for product(s) produced. Escalate food safety concerns/consideration to upper management.
Support the sanitation program to ensure production areas are suitable to produce food grade product.
Accountable for talent management of direct report(s). Lead talent development activities, assigning and directing responsibilities, performance reviews, talent recruiting and hiring, addressing complaints, resolving problems and compliance with the organization's policies and applicable law, etc.
Work closely with operations to identify and mitigate food safety and quality risks.
Support other duties and projects with a flexible schedule, as needed.
Backfill other Product Line Specialists positions and FSQR Specialist, as needed.
Competencies: Analytical Skills, Strategic Thinking, Forward Thinking, Project Management, Presentation Skills, Communications - written and oral, Teamwork, Business Acumen, Cost Consciousness, Change Management, Leadership, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Language Skills, Reasoning Ability, Customer Service, Mathematical Skills, Innovation, and Creativity.
Planning & Prioritization: Effectively organizes and plans work according to organizational needs and priorities, addresses roadblocks, and develops strategies to ensure high performance.
Accountability: Working knowledge of GFSI standards, SQF preferred. Auditing experience preferred. Knowledgeable of US and International Regulations including FDA, USDA, and CFIA.
Coaching & Development: Leads by example with a focus on performance improvement and career development by acting on feedback, upholding ACH Food values, and leveraging the strengths of everyone in order to succeed.
Inclusion: Develops positive working relationships by partnering with others, valuing and leveraging different experiences and backgrounds, sharing information, displaying a positive attitude, and aligning on common goals to achieve desired results.
Communication: Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization to ensure clear messaging at the appropriate levels.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
PCQI Certified for Human Food
HACCP Certified - Preferred
Six-Sigma green or black belt preferred
Lean Manufacturing experience - Preferred
GFSI Experience
Additional necessary requirements for this position:
Must have the ability to sit, walk, bend, climb, and lift for extended periods of times daily.
Must have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and able to perform in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
"All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran."