QA Compliance Specialist

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com/ to learn more!

Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, is home to the innovators and formulators who turn the desire for leaner, tastier, healthier or otherwise better pet food into an actual product on the shelves. Everything we do is custom-made for every customer, and we're the only canner to do so. Learn more about what we do at fuillc.com/performance-pet-products/.

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Compliance Specialist for our cannery in Mitchell, SD. We offer a competitive salary, and a complete benefits package includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 6:00am – 4:00pm

Actual working hours may vary based on team needs

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Mentorship & Training Safety & Quality Compliance

Regulatory Compliance Records / Reporting

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide technical support with expertise in food safety, quality, and regulation

Maintain accurate and organized electronic filing systems, consistently available for inspections and/or audits

Assist in conducting compliance reviews of internal controls and procedures in all areas of program operations

Aid in all state and import/export certifications and licensing

Perform compliance inspections and follow up on nonconformances and corrective actions

Ensure compliance with and maintain food safety/quality certifications, registrations, and licensing

Maintain compliance with product specifications, labeling, and regulatory standards

Ensure regulatory requirements are met for product safety and quality control and recommend corrective actions, as needed

Assist with audits – internal, customer, 3rd party (GFSI, SQF, etc.), and regulatory agencies (FDA, State Food and OSHA)

Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed and being used according to SOPs; collect and review documentation

Verify accuracy and completeness of data provided and entered by other Quality Control employees

Work safely, comply, and enforce all company and regulatory safety/environmental policies, practices, and procedures

Train and assist in other departments or throughout facility to provide additional coverage or leadership, as needed

Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, food science, biology, or related field; or comparable years’ experience, preferred

PCQI and/or SQF certification, or willingness to achieve both certifications

5 years of experience in manufacturing/QA Assurance and compliance; preferably food manufacturing

2 years’ experience in food/feed safety, quality assurance, and/or lab environment

Advanced written and verbal communication with high level of professionalism

High level of confidentiality, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail

Strong sense of initiative and independent problem-solving with the ability to manage time and deadlines with little supervision

Ability to understand and operate basic computer systems

Experience with developing safety and regulatory plans (i.e. – SOP, HACCP, FSMA, etc.)

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to perform safety sensitive position

Ability to work in a facility that processes multiple proteins including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, lamb, rabbit, kangaroo, and egg

Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

Physical Requirements

Perform desk work (sitting or standing) for up to 70% of workday

Repetitively use wrist, hand, and/or fingers

Frequently lift up to 50 pounds

Frequently walk and bend at the knees and/or waist

Frequently climb steps and/or ladders up to 10 feet and perform duties on an elevated surface

Ability to tolerate varying environmental conditions; wet, slippery conditions; and confined spaces