Food Safety & QA Specialist

Job Title: Food Safety & QA Specialist Location: Monroe, NJ Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $50000 - $60000 annually Contractor Work Model: Onsite Hours: 8 AM- 5 Pm M-F Responsibilities: Primarily focus on the implementation and maintenance of food safety policies and procedures at the production floor level. This role plays a key part in supporting the Quality Assurance (QA) department by ensuring the facility and its products meet customer specifications and audit requirements.

• Maintain a thorough understanding of the company’s Food Safety Program, including relevant policies and protocols.
• Perform daily reviews of records related to quality inspections, HACCP, SSOP, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) within the facility.
• Conduct regular, direct observations of food safety-related actions, including monitoring the Food Safety Program, sanitation processes, and other inspection activities.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of food safety programs and the regulatory requirements associated with these programs.
• Lead or assist with weekly or monthly inspections, working alongside process owners and supportive departments for each business unit.
• Understand audit requirements and related programs. Conduct periodic reviews of relevant records to ensure compliance with audits and assist with organizing audit materials.
• Maintain and analyze trends related to food safety inspections, self-inspections, and other relevant issues for management evaluation.
• Utilize available data to aid in continuous improvement efforts related to food safety and quality in production, maintenance, sanitation, and quality assurance areas.
• Attend and actively participate in regular Food Safety Training sessions.
• Lead or participate in meetings with Quality and Production employees to ensure effective communication of food safety and quality topics at all organizational levels.
• Provide support for the development and maintenance of written programs and documentation to ensure clear communication of plant policies, procedures, and programs.

Requirements:

• BS in Food Science or related field preferred
• Previous experience in food safety, quality assurance, or a related role in a food production environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, SSOP, GMP, and food safety regulations.
• Bilingual - English/Spanish
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and food safety management systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• HACCP certification preferred.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- #DI- Ref: #558-Scientific