Quality Assurance Product Coordinator NPD at FOODMatch

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quality Assurance, Product Development, Project Management, FDA Compliance, Specification Maintenance, Product Testing, Data Analysis, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Food Safety, Nutritional Panels, Customer Interaction, Cold Chain Management, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Communication

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Company Description Come join a growing team! FOODMatch is searching for a Quality Assurance Product Coordinator to join our Quality Assurance team. FOODMatch is a producer and importer of Mediterranean specialty foods with a focus on olives, antipasti, and ingredients. Founded in 1996, FOODMatch is a producer and importer of Mediterranean specialty foods with a distinct expertise in traditionally and responsibly crafted olives, antipasti, spreads, sauces, and ingredients. FOODMatch plays an integral role in ensuring the quality of our products. The FOODMatch difference begins in the fields and groves. We are vertically integrated with our partners to ensure that each step along the production chain is completed to meticulous standards: from irrigation and pruning, to harvesting, sorting and stuffing by hand, to expertly curing and preserving, we ensure each ingredient delivers its natural flavor, color, and texture. Simply put, no detail is spared. Through the hands of our growers we create great tasting, responsibly produced, authentic foods that nurture community and enhance your quality of life. Job Description The QA/Product Coordinator is a member of the Quality Assurance Team responsible for creating/approving FDA compliant product labels, managing conformance to standards set by government agencies, various 3rd party organizations, and customers. They are responsible for collecting and imputing and reporting large amounts of technical information to customers and 3rd party organizations via online portals. They conduct regular product testing and analysis to confirm products are within the specification. This role works closely with the QA team on various projects, assisting with investigation of potential quality or food safety issues. Essential Functions PRODUCT SPECIFICATION MAINTENANCE Collects, reviews, and approves specifications for new products from suppliers Helps suppliers as needed with packaging, labeling, coding, etc. Collects and reviews all current product specifications per protocol Saves, files, organizes product related documentation received from partner suppliers, labs, etc. Handles various specification/product related customer requests Creates and updates spec sheets for all products; confirms product labels match specification Partners with our Marketing Dept. on label creation for new items, providing technical information and ensuring compliance with FDA/regulatory requirements Manages enrollment and compliance of claims and certifications (non-GMO project, gluten free, vegan, etc.) Creates nutritional panels, collecting data from partner suppliers or labs COMPLIANCE Manages customer portals, uploading and entering required specifications and documentation Manages cold chain validation program, collecting and reviewing data from temp tales Manages annual cold chain carrier audits, collecting and reviewing data from temp tales, reporting results to logistics and customer service manager ASSISTS WITH PRODUCT TESTING PROGRAM Leads weekly review of products with Sampling Team and maintains records of the results Sets up, participates in, and documents review/tasting of potential/competitive products Monitors and tests products that have history of quality problems Test samples of ‘new crop’ products, sometimes traveling to facilities to do so Conducts in-house shelf life studies Reviews supplier quality reports/production records for key items; identifies lots that require review/approval Arranges shipping and testing of samples of products for which quality concerns are reported PREVENTING AND INVESTIGATING PRODUCT QUALITY CONCERNS Assists with investigation of quality issues reported by customers Visits warehouse as needed to collect samples or investigate issues Qualifications Background Requirements BS/STEM degree preferred 2+ years of experience in quality assurance or food production role 2+ years of experience in product development or project management role Understanding of SSOP’s, GMP’s and HACCP/PCQI training/certification is preferred Additional Information Skill & Ability Requirements Ability to thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment Extremely organized with excellent attention to detail Able to move and lift up to 40 lbs. Able to quickly adjust priorities and handle unexpected & time sensitive requests To truly succeed at FOODMatch, you need to have a passion for food. The successful candidate will be eager to learn the intricacies and unique attributes of our product line. Location/Travel Requirements This role requires minimal travel (

Responsibilities

The QA/Product Coordinator is responsible for creating and approving FDA compliant product labels and managing compliance with standards set by government agencies and customers. They conduct product testing and assist with investigations of quality or food safety issues.