Job Title: QA Analyst I
Job Description
The QA Analyst will play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing food safety and quality assurance systems within the plant. This role involves participation in various systems and controls including SQF, HACCP, FSMA, HARPC, and ensuring Regulatory Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Food Safety Manager to uphold food safety and quality assurance standards.
• Utilize systems such as TraceGains, SafeFood360, and SnapQC to conduct quality assurance testing.
• Conduct pH and water testing to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participate in the review and verification of food labeling.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance and process controls.

Essential Skills

• Strong knowledge in Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance.
• Experience with food safety systems including SQF and FSMA.
• Proficiency in using TraceGains and other cloud-based food safety/quality management systems.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the food industry, preferably in baking.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, nutrition, microbiology, biology, or related fields.
• HACCP certification required.
• PCQI certification preferred, with an option to become certified while working.
• Familiarity with Code of Federal Regulations (21 CFR Sections).

Work Environment
The work environment is a food manufacturing plant that is filled with the delightful aromas of a bakery. It offers a dynamic and engaging atmosphere where you will work with cutting-edge technology and equipment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Halethorpe, Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Food Safety Manager to uphold food safety and quality assurance standards.
• Utilize systems such as TraceGains, SafeFood360, and SnapQC to conduct quality assurance testing.
• Conduct pH and water testing to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participate in the review and verification of food labeling.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance and process controls

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave