Quality Control Technician

Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, Tipico Cheese Products) and has been importing food products for over 100 years. The combined revenues of GGG exceed $1.7 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety, and information technology, and supply the needs of retailers, distributors, food service chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike.

Summary/Objective:

The Quality Control Technician reports directly to the QC Supervisor and the Food Safety/QA Mgr. In this position, the duties of responsibilities are continuously monitoring and enforcing controls relative to the food manufacturing process, with a strong focus on hygiene and sanitation. In addition, ensure efficient and effective operational functionality of products by performing several quality control analytical processes; including, but not limited to:

• Following up on product quality by conducting inspection rounds.
• Ensuring that employees adhere to manufacturing, hygiene, and sanitation standards (GMPs) in all departments.
• Supporting production staff in problem-solving efforts.
• Calibrating, measuring, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Support SQF guidelines and HARPC analyses (*SQF training, if necessary, will be provided to right candidate).
• Review, monitor, and enforced SQF* and Food Safety Pre-requisite programs.

Essential Functions:

• Be a consistent presence in the assigned production area(s); conducting visual inspections for GMPs violations in each department.
• Required to stand and walk, for long periods throughout the day (95% floor - 5% computer). Collect, label, log, bag, and organize samples to be sent to lab and verify all orders being sent. Organize daily testing so that the release of the product is done correctly.
• Check and release product(s) from the hold list when the product is being shipped.
• Maintain all SQF and Food Safety standards for facility and employees (*SQF training, if necessary, will be provided to the right candidate)
• Process Improvement, Analyzing Information, and Strategic Planning.
• Adhere and follow ALL Corporate Guidelines and Code of Conduct (Employee Handbook).
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills:

• Must be able to work 5am - 3pm M-F
• A full understanding, and grasp, of GMPs and Food Safety.
• A full understanding, and grasp, of the SQF scheme's guidelines and its requirements, as well as regulatory agencies (FDA, NJ Dpt. of Health, etc.) food safety requirements (*SQF training, if necessary, will be provided to the right candidate)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and web browsing (Chrome, Edge, etc). Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal; and be a proven leader with a positive attitude.
• Must be able to read, interpret, and comprehend weights, measurements, and mathematical equations.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs.
• Able to effectively understand and adhere to a variety of guidelines and work procedures, including health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation; along with prioritizing and organizing workload.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role)
  • Team Building: Employee engagement and recognition programs, wellness, philanthropic and DE&I initiatives, Company-sponsored celebrations, and team-building events

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@gellertglobalgroup.com.