Job DescriptionSQF Practitioner – Colby, WIGeneral RequirementsFollow time and attendance guidelines in accordance with the employee handbook.Work cooperatively in a team environment to successfully manage the Quality Management System (QMS). Accept and follow directions.Develop positive working relationships with quality related suppliers and service providers.Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.Attention to detail and able to multi-task.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Advanced computer knowledge and skills.Ability to use computer programs and maintain spreadsheets in Excel.Occasi of shift
Regularly = 41-60% of shift
Frequently = 60-90% of shift
C of shiftQuality Control RequirementsRequisitos de Control de CalidadAppreciation for cleanliness and sanitation, keeping work area clean and organized.Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and enforce them with colleagues.Complete understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) & its importance.Follow & monitor to assure all Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines are implemented & followed.Maintain excellent personal hygiene and wear appropriate apparel for the job.Note: Required to report food safety problems or concerns immediately to a person with authority to initiate action as indicated on the organizational chart.Safety RequirementsBe aware of and follow up to date OSHA regulations that apply to the tasks in your job.Practice safe lifting techniques, bending and lifting with your legs, not your back.Pivot with your feet avoiding twisting at the waist.Be aware of your surroundings, watch for forklift traffic & trip hazards such as pallets or cords.Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the job you are doing.Maintain proper guards and safety devices when working with machinery and on catwalks.Never operate equipment for which you have not been properly trained or certified for.Education/CertificationsHigh School Diploma or EquivalentAssociate Degree or Bachelor's Degree PreferredSQF Practitioner CertificationHACCP CertificationPCQI CertificationBetter Process Cheese Control School – Colby Location OnlyMember of following TeamsMiembro de los Siguientes EquiposCrisis ManagementHACCPFood DefenseInternal AuditsProduction L10 – Colby Location OnlySanitation L10Job ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary SQF Practitioner and be proficient in all areas of SQF:Responsibility and authority to take appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the SQF System.Communicate to relevant personnel all information essential to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the SQF System.Ensure site personnel have the required competencies to carry out those functions affecting food safety and product quality.Understand the SQF Food Safety Code for Manufacturing and the SQF Quality Code along with the requirements to implement and maintain the system.Competent in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and other quality tools to reduce process variation and drive root cause analysis of non-conformities.Maintain & keep current the SQF System including maintenance of the prerequisite programsAudit the entirety of the SQF System annually this is completed monthly using the SQF Verification ScheduleFacilitate the annual SQF audit.Assist with the development, implementation, review, and maintenance of the HACCP based food safety and quality plans. Participate in HACCP Team meetings. Facilitate the annual facility HACCP Audit. Play an active role in the development, implementation, maintenance and review of all food safety and quality programs, procedures, manuals, records, and forms.Primary contact, preparation and facilitation of 3rd party audits (customer, SQF, regulatory, GFCO, organic, halal, kosher, etc.).Perform internal audits (GMP, Facility, SQF System Verification).Annual tasks:Food Defense ChallengeFacilitate Senior Management ReviewProduct Specification ReviewEnsure quarterly traceability exercises are performed as described in the Product Identification & Traceability Policy.Verify Pest ReportsAssist in scheduling, organizing and performing employee GMP training sessions.Maintain the quality training program including Alchemy and SOPs.Perform new hire quality orientation.Serve in a leadership role and actively participate on all teams.Act as back up to QFS Manager.Respond to reports of suspicious activity related to food defense.Complete other projects and tasks assigned by management.Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? 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