Quality Assurance Coordinator/ Food Technologist

Job Description:

Responsible for meeting and exceeding quality standards set by MPI Food Safety Program and by Addiction Foods QA manualConducts regular QC inspection on process and finished goodsAssists the QA Manager with AuditsEnsures that quality standards are documented and communicated effectively with the team and wider businessInvestigates QC and QA issues by identifying root cause of problems and implement corrective actionsEnsures that the implemented corrective actions are continually monitored and metEnsures the QC staff are trained and armed with training materials related to the said corrective actionsEnsures incident report, customer complaint and H&S report are recorded and closedWorks together with Product Development Team to QC new productsCreate, review and update packaging checklist that meets New Zealand standards and other markets                         Assists on other departments: ie batching, packing etc.Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results.Any other tasks assigned by the QA & EHS Manager                                                                                                     

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology, Food Science or any related fieldMinimum of 5 years' experience in the food industryMust have a strong quality background, both technical and applicationExperience in high standards of Quality ControlThorough knowledge and understanding of the MPI Food Safety ProgramKnowledge of the HACCP standards and proceduresKnowledge of the AAFCO standardsGood quality management experienceSolid analytical skills and computer proficiencyDetail orientedExcellent English communication skills both oral and writtenWith good scholastic records from a reputable schoolExcellent time management skillsWilling to work in New Zealand