Compliance Specialist at Baldwin Richardson Foods

Corona, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Safety, Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance, Documentation Management, Corrective Actions, Supplier Management, HACCP, SQF, PCQI, ISO 9001, Communication, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, SAP, TraceGains, Mathematics

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

WHAT WE NEED Baldwin Richardson Foods is focused on enriching the flavor of life. As a full-service liquid products supplier and strategic partner to the food and beverage industry, Baldwin Richardson Foods combines its formulation expertise and unique packaging options with robust processing capabilities to produce high-quality sauces, toppings, syrups, fillings, and shelf-stable beverages for the world's most iconic Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands, and food service companies. Its state-of-the-art Innovation & Culinary Center transforms trends and culinary inspiration into legendary products through an award-winning commercialization process. The company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson's dessert sauces and Nance's mustards/condiments in addition to producing finished goods for the private label sector. BRF maintains its headquarters and a manufacturing facility in Macedon, New York; with a Culinary Innovation Center in Westmont, Illinois; and offices and manufacturing facilities in Williamson, New York; Pennsauken, New Jersey; and Corona, California. This role is in our Corona, CA location. WHAT WE NEED The Compliance Specialist conducts thorough reviews of daily production/processing records and charts, and quality documentation to ensure full compliance with all regulatory (state and federal), company policies, standards, and procedures, while identifying and addressing any gaps. Supports all compliance team positions and initiatives. This role will work onsite at the manufacturing site Monday through Friday, and they will provide support on a rotating weekend basis. The Compliance Specialist ensures that all aseptic (High and low-acid), acidified, and low-aW food manufacturing operations comply with federal and state regulatory requirements under the California Cannery Inspection Program (CDPH), FDA (21 CFR 113 & 114), and USDA where applicable. This role serves as a key liaison with regulatory agencies, manages documentation review and submissions (including S-Letters), process and product filings, supports audits and inspections, and oversees product release processes to ensure full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and regulatory expectations. WHAT YOU WILL DO Production & Quality Record Review & Approval: * Approves all daily production records for adherence to internal programs and standards. * Reviews and approves finished product for compliance and releases goods via SAP. * Reviews all production floor data system for each run prior to release. * Submits deviations to the Process Authority for review. Raw Material and Packaging Quality Control: * Approves compliant Certificates of Analysis (COAs) for raw materials. * Communicates deviations/non-conformances with suppliers and procurement. * Maintains disposition records and catalogs supporting documentation. * Ensure documentation for new materials is uploaded and assigned correctly. * Reviews all material documents for compliance with required standards. * Reviews new labeling (sleeves, trays, cartons, etc.) and communicates transition timing to production. * Writes and communicates SCAR’s to suppliers in a timely manner. Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA): * Records issues and approves all corrective actions. * Conducts root cause analysis for non-conformances. * Tracks corrective action implementation and effectiveness. * Follows up with applicable cross-functional employees. * Investigates and resolves non-conformances, ensuring all internal program standards are met. Must follow established escalation procedures for all deviations, including timely notification of relevant stakeholders. Food Safety: * Assists with compliance audits, corrective action follow-ups, customer audits, and continuous improvement activities. * Manages Quality Holds in SAP and assures hold reconciliation is completed according to the procedure. Maintains plant hold logs. * Participate in and takes notes at Food Safety Team Meetings. * Creates agendas and assigns action items for Food Safety Team Meetings. * Ensures BRF food safety plans comply with regulatory requirements. * Maintains and reviews the Food Safety Plan annually. Supplier Quality Management: * Maintains the Baldwin Richardson Foods TraceGains system. * Acts as a point of contact with suppliers to resolve quality issues, update documentation, and verify information. Kosher Compliance: * Accompanies the Rabbi on Kosher audits, and Acts as the point person for customer Kosher requests. * Ensures all raw ingredient Kosher Certs are uploaded and maintained in Digital Kosher. * Ensures finished product formulas are submitted for Kosher certs. Organic Certification: * Provides support during Organic certification audits. * Ensure all raw ingredient certifications are uploaded and maintained in TraceGains. Documentation Control: * Maintains document registries and trains document controllers. * Reviews and assigns document control numbers to all forms and procedures (SOPs). * Ensures all documents are reviewed and updated yearly. * Must be cross trained in the responsibilities of other Compliance Specialists and provide back-up coverage as needed. * Responsible for providing documentation process training to other Compliance Specialists on their duties and responsibilities. * Must communicate deviations, corrective actions, follow-ups, regulatory responses, and other notifications to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner. WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Education: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Safety, Health and Safety or related * Experience: Minimum two (2) years’ experience in food manufacturing. * Training in HACCP, SQF, BPCS, PCQI or ISO 9001 required; certifications preferred * Experience directly supporting audits, inspections, and assessments and being point of contact for external audits. * Familiarity with food labeling regulations. * Demonstrates a strong understanding of and commitment to company culture and values. * Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, SAP, and TraceGains. * Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. * Reasoning Ability: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. * Must be able to stand for full shift, which is minimum of 8 hours and up to 12 hours. * The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, at times without aid. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to see color, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), heat, and moderate level of noise. Ear protection is provided but not required. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), heat, and moderate level of noise. Ear protection is provided but not required. At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. You'll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more!

Responsibilities

The Compliance Specialist conducts reviews of production records and quality documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. They serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies and manage documentation review and submissions.