Quality Control Associate (Edison, NJ)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of the food products. Enforces the Good Manufacturing Practices through the entire facility. Ensures equipment meets the company cleaning standards. Responsible for verifying all labels in the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Checking and verifying that all HACCP tasks are performed on each machine running.
• Verifying that all labels are accurate and match proof sheets.
• Performs bacteria tests and allergens testing prior to product runs.
• Assists the Production staff to ensure that all work areas are kept clean.
• Assists the Production Team Leader with entering performance data on the white board.
• Performs hourly weight checks & flavor checks on each running line.
• Assists Quality Assurance in reviewing production paperwork for accuracy.
• Assists Quality Assurance in receiving product inspections
• Assists Sales Team with making of mixes and samples
• Performs other job duties as required
  
  

Skills/Abilities:

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to communicate with all levels
• Well organized
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a Quality Inspector role
• Food Safety
  
  

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.