What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ingredient Hold & Release Coordinator position at Ya Ya Foods USA LLC?
Why Join Us?
At Ya YA Foods, our culture is rooted in inclusivity and collaboration. We believe in fostering a supportive environment where every voice is valued, and every team member contributes to our shared success. Join us and experience not only the excitement of cutting-edge technology and innovation but also a workplace where you are celebrated for your unique perspective and contributions. Your journey with us starts here, where opportunities for growth and fulfillment await.
- Day One Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring your well-being from the start.
- Competitive Wages: We offer competitive compensation packages that reflect our commitment to valuing your skills and experience.
- Inclusive Company Culture: Embrace a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, where every voice is heard and respected.
- Opportunities for Growth: Join a team that values your potential and offers abundant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Cutting-edge Technology: Work with the latest technology and innovation in beverage manufacturing, contributing to our industry-leading products.
Reports to: Sr. Quality Manager
Responsibilities
- Positively release raw material to production by performing CoA verification and verifying that the incoming RM is only from approved supplier & site.
- Coordinate inhouse and third-party analytical testing & micro testing required for positive release.
- Monitor & track daily incoming receiving information in the QA receiving log.
- Log CoA’s into Manufacturer CoA database in the Quality central server.
- Positively release incoming printed packaging by verifying version number or transparencies.
- Provide notification to inventory & operation team for any product/lot code that does not meet specifications and generate Notices of Non-Conformance (NNC’s) where required.
- Ensure potentially affected materials are placed on incident hold in the ERP system & identified with a hold tag.
- Issue CAPA to suppliers and follow up on timely closures.
- Coordinate RM spot checks (sensory, analytical & micro) as per the supplier risk.
- Perform & coordinate sensory evaluation for positive release to meet customer requirements.
- Coordinate shelf-life extensions and maintain all required information on file.
- Work closely with inventory Planners to determine what SKU’s or lot codes of raw material require rush testing.
- Coordinate inhouse and third-party analytical testing & micro testing required for shelf-life testing.
- Update ERP system to reflect extended shelf life & ensure RM tagged with the extended shelf life.
- Coordinate RM disposal/destruction, ensure all stakeholders are aligned.
- Track CoD’s when RM is sent out for destruction.
- Monitor & track documentation for approved supplier in Intelex.
- Update or generate Standard Operating Procedures as required.
- Assist in collecting Quality metrics as required.
- Verify implementation of traceability systems.
- Provide support for the suppliers and other audit programs.
- Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
- Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field is required
- Working knowledge of the food environment, Food Safety Systems and the related regulatory requirements (CFIA, Health Canada, USDA, FDA)
- Working knowledge over Food Safety System (HACCP and other Food Safety program certification)
- Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, internet)
- Superb writing and communication skill
- Advance analytical proficiency and use of Microsoft excel
- Team player and ability to influence others
Salary : $27