Job Description

BHJ USA, LLC. is a leading supplier of fresh/frozen meat blends to both the wet and dry pet food industries. We are seeking a motivated individual to assure consistent quality of production for plant by developing and enforcing good manufacturing practices (GMP) systems; validating processes, and providing documentation by performing the following duties:

•    Validate quality processes by establishing product specifications and quality attributes; measuring production; documenting evidence; determining operational and performance qualification; writing and updating quality assurance procedures
•    Maintain and improves product quality by completing product, company, system, compliance, and surveillance audits; investigating customer complaints; collaborating with other members of management to develop manufacturing and training methods
•    Analyze and prepare responses to customer requests, including but not limited to; audits, quality statement and new specifications
•    Update and maintain HACCP programs and lead scheduled HACCP team meetings
•    Responsible for calibration and updating of in house analytical testing equipment and communication with equipment vendors regarding technical issues and updates
•    Responsible for developing and maintaining a Food Safety/Defense Program which complies with USDA/FDA objectives including Food Safety Modernization Act
•    Complete Certificate of Analysis (COA) forms
•    In consultation with VP Operations, oversee contact to USDA-APHIS, USDA-FSIS, Nebraska State Department of Agriculture, and FDA
•    Coordinate group QA initiatives with other QA Managers
•    In consultation with Plant Manager, responsible for ensuring plant operates in compliance with all laws and regulations
•    Updates job knowledge by studying trends in and developments in quality management; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
•    Adhere to all safety guidelines and wearing of all required safety gear (PPE)
•    Adhere, support, and enforce all company policies and procedures
•    Adhere to attendance guidelines of the company at assigned work location

H.S. education or GED with at least (1-3) years experience or equivalent education and/or experience. Must also possess the following skills:

•    Microsoft Office (including Word and Excel)
•    Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
•    Service oriented
•    Ability to communicate with people across all organizational levels
•    Ability to work independently and as a part of a team and treat coworkers with respect
•    Experience in a QA or QC role
•    Experience in the meat processing industry is desired but not required
•    Valid driver’s license

We support a drug free workplace and conduct pre-employment drug screening. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify. EEO Employer.