Quality Systems Coordinator

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: Quality System Manager

Responsibilities

• Assist with design transfer to manufacturing, including quality control activities from production processes to shipment of the final product.
• Provide support for the supplier management program by evaluating suppliers, monitoring supplier quality issues, coordinating failure investigations on time, and creating reports on supplier performance.
• Participate in risk management meetings and related activities such as verification of risk mitigation implementation in products and processes.
• Provides expertise and guidance in interpreting policies, regulatory and/or governmental regulations, and internal regulations to assure compliance.
• Develop content and deliver training for company-wide annual GMP & zoning training, and companywide allergen training.
• Train cross-functional team on CCP’s and OPRP’s.
• Perform routine internal inspections (light intensity, glass & brittle plastic inspection) & audits.
• Track & trend internal GMP scores and present them during production hurdles and management review meetings.
• Follow up with process owners on timely closure of action items.
• Escalate critical and major findings within the audit programs to the Quality leadership.
• Coordinate annual review & reassessment of PRP’s.
• Maintain the deviation log to ensure all corrective actions are closed on time.
• Maintain a change control log to ensure all potential changes that could affect food safety are captured & hazards controlled.
• Attend third-party and client audits, follow up, and ensure timely responses for corrective actions.
• Provide support to the manufacturing facility team in helping them manage non-conformance issues, corrective action, closure of CAR, and preventive actions.
• Provides support for the suppliers and other audit programs.
• Writing work instructions and SOP.
• Conduct training for SOPs &WI’s.
• Create and update monitoring forms as required.
• Participate in change management initiatives.
• Validation and verification of new products, lines, and equipment.
• 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

• A bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field is required
• 3 years of experience in a QA/QC position in a manufacturing environment is required
• Experience in food and beverage manufacturing is an asset
• Skill in organization, analysis, time management, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), and instructional software
• Commitment to continuous improvement and quality of support and service
• Good interpersonal skills and communication skills to interact with all levels of management
• Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions