Key Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance:

• Collaborate with various departments to achieve departmental goals.
• Prepare for and complete audits including Costco Small Manufacturer Audit and SQF Level II Certification.
• Manage employee and production schedules.
• Implement and update policies related to the CMI Certified Food Safety System.
• Lead HACCP team meetings and update the HACCP system.
• Conduct mock recalls and review food safety fundamentals.
• Perform supplier food safety assessments and maintain the Approved Supplier Registry.
• Verify documentation and records for food safety and quality.
• Train employees on program requirements in English and Spanish.
• Stay current with government regulations and report changes to Senior Management.
• Maintain physical audit readiness.

Operations:

• Build and lead a team to achieve company goals.
• Train and educate employees on various operational tasks.
• Oversee order processing, shipping, and receiving.
• Manage inventory control using FIFO methods.
• Coordinate maintenance of production and warehouse equipment.
• Ensure accurate and timely filling of company forms and logs.
• Conduct weekly and monthly inspections and tests.
• Handle physical inventory and defective product management.
• Oversee temperature control, security, and IT systems.
• Perform light maintenance, including plumbing and equipment repairs.
• Participate in on-call rotations for weekends.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in food sanitation, production, quality, and maintenance.
• Valid Texas Drivers license and legal authorization to work in the USA.
• Reside within 30 minutes of the plant.
• College degree in Food Science or equivalent work experience.
• Certified SQF Practitioner and HACCP Training.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with inventory management and warehouse procedures.
• Ability to work in a 36-degree environment, stand for long periods, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Must pass a drug test and background check.

Benefits:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance (with options for family coverage).
• Paid benefits after 90 days.
• Paid vacation and sick time after one year of employment.
• Opportunities for annual performance reviews and potential raises.

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 7 am until finished.
• On-call as needed, including weekends for special maintenance or sanitation tasks.
• Closed campus lunch policy to ensure operational coverage.