Quality Assurance Specialist at Kerry
Bethlehem, PA 18017, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Dec, 25

Salary

64479.0

Posted On

07 Sep, 25

Experience

3 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Pharmaceuticals

Description
Responsibilities
  • Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks, especially when evaluating test data and determining responses to out-of-specification products.
  • Conduct laboratory tests following approved methods and input results into systems like SAP.
  • Apply and uphold standards such as GFSI (e.g., SQF), FSMA, GLP, GMP, and other food safety regulations and industry trends.
  • Collaborate effectively, demonstrating strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Maintain and manage product records, including incoming/outgoing tracking, retains, specifications, MSDS, TDS, and kosher documentation.
  • Perform equipment calibration and maintenance in both lab and plant settings, ensuring proper functionality and compliance.
  • Support audits and compliance efforts, including internal & external audits, and verification activities like pest charting and MSS tracking.
  • Manage documentation systems, including site document reviews, updates, record registers, and obsolete procedure disposal (e.g., Intelex).
  • Oversee food safety and quality systems, guiding others to minimize risks and meet expectations.
  • Investigate and resolve quality issues, collaborating with production to prevent out-of-spec products and troubleshoot problems.
  • Evaluate raw materials and finished goods through sensory, physical, chemical, and instrumental methods per SOPs and specifications.
  • Control inventory and disposition, including hold/release decisions, shelf-life extensions, and packaging/label approvals.
  • Generate and manage data, including certificates of analysis, test panel results, and monthly KPI/QIP metrics.
  • Participate in continuous improvement, collaborating with special processes and corrective actions for customer complaints and quality enhancements.
  • Follow all safety and company protocols and take on additional duties or special projects as assigned by the Quality Supervisor
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