Quality System Assistant

H&S Family of Bakeries

The H&S Family of Bakeries are a network of 10 bakeries and multiple distribution centers along the East Coast, all committed to one thing: producing the best quality bread products possible. H&S Family of Bakeries includes Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery and Schmidt Baking Co. Together, our baked goods can be found in a wide range of establishments, from fast food and quick-service restaurants to cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores and universities.

Job summary: Instructions, guidelines and documentation for daily functions performed to assist the QSM. A Quality Assistant works to ensure that products and procedures adhere to an organization's quality standards and regulations. A Quality Assistant conducts regular inspections and assessments, reviews documentation, coordinates with key staff and Quality Systems Manager. The Quality Assistant is also legally obligated and responsible for following the Food Safety guidelines, Good Manufacturing Practices and quality checks ensuring that a safe quality product is sent to our customers.

Primary Job Duties

* Assist in organizing and preparing for facility audits. Will be fully involved with any audit.

* Product quality evaluations including daily product scoring and moisture analysis.

* Perform daily metal detection verifications and ensure compliance.

* Perform monthly thermometer and scale verifications.

* Participate in FS and Quality floor inspections when the QSM is unavailable.

* Implement and enforce GMP's and proper Food Safety practices.

* Assist with facilitating employee refresher training on an as-needed basis.

* Assist with the retrieval of sample requests.

* Submit finished product and ingredient samples to outside lab for micro testing.

* Retention and organization of pertinent documentation.

* Daily floor presence and product quality inspections to include documentation.

* Other related duties as assigned by department head.

• Experience in the baked goods industry is advantageous.
• Proficiency in interpreting and enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation procedures, product recall protocols, and food safety standards.
• Familiarity with statistical methods and tools for quality control.
• Ability to conduct product testing using relevant equipment.
• Physically capable of navigating all areas of the plant.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as required.
• Proficiency in using general office equipment, including computers and relevant software applications.

OTHER:

The role requires standing, walking, manual dexterity, reaching, climbing, and stooping.

• Work environment may include exposure to varying temperatures, moving machinery, chemicals, and moderate to loud noise levels.
• Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color perception, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The H&S Family of Bakeries is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on various factors, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, or membership in an employee organization.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.