Baldwin Richardson Foods
QA Analyst
Baldwin Richardson Foods - Corona, California, us, 92878
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WHO WE ARE
Baldwin Richardson Foods is focused on enriching the flavor of life. As a full-service liquid products supplier and strategic partner to the food and beverage industry, Baldwin Richardson Foods combines its formulation expertise and unique packaging options with robust processing capabilities to produce high-quality sauces, toppings, syrups, fillings, and shelf-stable beverages for the world's most iconic Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands, and food service companies. Its state-of-the-art Innovation & Culinary Center transforms trends and culinary inspiration into legendary products through an award-winning commercialization process. The company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson's dessert sauces and Nance's mustards/condiments in addition to producing finished goods for the private label sector. BRF maintains its headquarters and a manufacturing facility in Macedon, New York; with a Culinary Innovation Center in Westmont, Illinois; and offices and manufacturing facilities in Williamson, New York; Pennsauken, New Jersey; and Corona, California. This role is in our
Corona, CA facility.
Starting hourly rate is
$26 per hour
with a shift differential of
$0.75/hour for 2nd shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm).
These are
direct hire roles, eligible for our fantastic benefits package (see below)
the first of the month following your start date. WHAT WE NEED
Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst, responsible for ensuring that all products meet our high standards for food safety and quality. The QA Analyst will perform analytical testing using established methodologies on finished goods, in-process items, and equipment swabs to confirm compliance with all specifications. This role requires proficiency in approved laboratory techniques, complex calculations, and timely, accurate data reporting.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Performs Pre-Operational Inspections Performs perfect package checks on applicable productions lines and reports any issues to QA management. Verifies food safety preventive controls are in place and operating properly. Supports and educates team members on food safety responsibilities and good manufacturing procedures. Conducts data analysis to identify trends and patterns. Leads continuous improvement efforts and projects. Performs microbiological swabs as needed. Places all non-conforming products on hold, troubleshoots and works with leadership to investigate, determine root cause, and identify non-conforming product range. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of production lines and process flows to troubleshoot production issues with appropriate parties to minimize downtime. Identifies areas to reduce waste, rework, and other inefficiencies with a focus on continuous process improvement. Performs Internal Audits of facility, process, and programs. Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs qualification. WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) Minimum of 2-3 years of quality assurance experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment, such as food or pharmaceutical production. HACCP and/or PCQI certification is required. Preferred Education/Experience:
Associate or bachelor's degree is preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency in analytical testing, microbiological swabbing, and data analysis. Strong working knowledge of production processes and quality specifications. Ability to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions to ensure product compliance. Effective communication skills to document findings, report results, and engage team members in quality initiatives. Ability to use a Ph Meters, refractometer, viscometer, titrator Continuous learning, and improvement, mindset is a must; there are many opportunities to learn and develop at BRF, but the individual needs to be motivated to engage in those opportunities. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Team player and constructive conflict management are key skills for success. Punctuality is a must. Must wear Food Manufacturing GMP and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - hard hat, hairnet (head and beard if applicable), steel toes shoes/boots, no facial piercings, no jewelry, false eyelashes or fake fingernails. Language Ability:
English fluency required to successfully speak, read, write, and comprehend and give directions in English and communicate with other employees in English as part of regular job duties. Math Ability:
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional variables or based on past experience or training. Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the ability to learn a computer system and enter information in English into a computer system (RedZone and/or Tulip). Due to SQF regulations, all employees must be able to fluently read, write, and converse in the English language.
At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is
$26.00 per hour to $28.00 per hour
with a shift differential of
$0.75/hour for 2nd shift.
Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
You'll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more!
Read more about who we are at:
www.brfoods.com
or
www.linkedin.com/company/baldwin-richardson-foods
Baldwin Richardson Foods is focused on enriching the flavor of life. As a full-service liquid products supplier and strategic partner to the food and beverage industry, Baldwin Richardson Foods combines its formulation expertise and unique packaging options with robust processing capabilities to produce high-quality sauces, toppings, syrups, fillings, and shelf-stable beverages for the world's most iconic Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands, and food service companies. Its state-of-the-art Innovation & Culinary Center transforms trends and culinary inspiration into legendary products through an award-winning commercialization process. The company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson's dessert sauces and Nance's mustards/condiments in addition to producing finished goods for the private label sector. BRF maintains its headquarters and a manufacturing facility in Macedon, New York; with a Culinary Innovation Center in Westmont, Illinois; and offices and manufacturing facilities in Williamson, New York; Pennsauken, New Jersey; and Corona, California. This role is in our
Corona, CA facility.
Starting hourly rate is
$26 per hour
with a shift differential of
$0.75/hour for 2nd shift (2:00pm - 10:30pm).
These are
direct hire roles, eligible for our fantastic benefits package (see below)
the first of the month following your start date. WHAT WE NEED
Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst, responsible for ensuring that all products meet our high standards for food safety and quality. The QA Analyst will perform analytical testing using established methodologies on finished goods, in-process items, and equipment swabs to confirm compliance with all specifications. This role requires proficiency in approved laboratory techniques, complex calculations, and timely, accurate data reporting.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Performs Pre-Operational Inspections Performs perfect package checks on applicable productions lines and reports any issues to QA management. Verifies food safety preventive controls are in place and operating properly. Supports and educates team members on food safety responsibilities and good manufacturing procedures. Conducts data analysis to identify trends and patterns. Leads continuous improvement efforts and projects. Performs microbiological swabs as needed. Places all non-conforming products on hold, troubleshoots and works with leadership to investigate, determine root cause, and identify non-conforming product range. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of production lines and process flows to troubleshoot production issues with appropriate parties to minimize downtime. Identifies areas to reduce waste, rework, and other inefficiencies with a focus on continuous process improvement. Performs Internal Audits of facility, process, and programs. Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs qualification. WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) Minimum of 2-3 years of quality assurance experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment, such as food or pharmaceutical production. HACCP and/or PCQI certification is required. Preferred Education/Experience:
Associate or bachelor's degree is preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proficiency in analytical testing, microbiological swabbing, and data analysis. Strong working knowledge of production processes and quality specifications. Ability to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions to ensure product compliance. Effective communication skills to document findings, report results, and engage team members in quality initiatives. Ability to use a Ph Meters, refractometer, viscometer, titrator Continuous learning, and improvement, mindset is a must; there are many opportunities to learn and develop at BRF, but the individual needs to be motivated to engage in those opportunities. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Team player and constructive conflict management are key skills for success. Punctuality is a must. Must wear Food Manufacturing GMP and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - hard hat, hairnet (head and beard if applicable), steel toes shoes/boots, no facial piercings, no jewelry, false eyelashes or fake fingernails. Language Ability:
English fluency required to successfully speak, read, write, and comprehend and give directions in English and communicate with other employees in English as part of regular job duties. Math Ability:
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional variables or based on past experience or training. Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the ability to learn a computer system and enter information in English into a computer system (RedZone and/or Tulip). Due to SQF regulations, all employees must be able to fluently read, write, and converse in the English language.
At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is
$26.00 per hour to $28.00 per hour
with a shift differential of
$0.75/hour for 2nd shift.
Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
You'll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more!
Read more about who we are at:
www.brfoods.com
or
www.linkedin.com/company/baldwin-richardson-foods