Quality Assurance Compliance Specialist

Tribe 9 Foods is a partnership of value-based brands (RP’s Pasta Co., Taste Republic, and Yumbutter) with a mission to promote eating and living well.  Tribe 9 is positioned to make big inroads in the natural and conventional food space and is looking for somebody to support our team. 

Summary:
Responsible for leading by example and encouraging adherence to our guiding principles and compliance standards.  As a Quality Assurance Compliance Specialist, you will be responsible for assigned duties while participating in our continuous improvement projects to broaden our core Quality Assurance functions for Tribe 9 Foods.

Hours and Work Schedule:

The work schedule is Monday – Friday from 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, occasional weekend work and overtime is required.

Salary Range:

$50,000 - $60,000 a year
 

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintain organic, Kosher, GFCO, and any additional certifications by ensuring all supplier certificates are up to date and all required documents have been submitted and approved by certification bodies.
• Assist in audits for Organic, Kosher, and GFCO.
• Assist in reviewing and making changes as needed on all Forms, HACCP, PRP’s, SOP’s, SSOP’s, and Work Instructions in both English and Spanish.
• Help ensure that materials that come in follow certification requirements.
• Participate in internal audits for either GMP’s or as specified.
• Support QA Manager as needed in establishing and maintaining raw material specifications.
• Help maintain supplier approval program by updating master supplier list and requesting all necessary documentation.
• Maintain the TraceGains software via continuous monitoring of database and audit documents as they become due or as requested.
• Participate in annual training of employees in Food Safety subjects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by Quality Assurance Manager.

Specific qualifications for the role include:

• Highly detail oriented.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Bachelor of Science preferred, but relevant work experience may be considered.
• Proficient with Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of Organic, Kosher, and GFCO certification systems is a plus.
• Certified in HACCP, PCQI, or SQF is a plus.
• Good Communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
• Must be fluent in English, fluency in Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing facility that produces products with allergen ingredients.
• Availability to work flexible hours as required.

Among the top benefits Tribe 9 Foods offers:

• Competitive wages with promotional opportunities
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Company-paid vacation and holiday time
• (401k) retirement plan with matching contributions by Tribe 9 Foods
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Health fitness reimbursement
• Professional development
• Paid volunteer hours

Our guiding principles:

Tackle Anything: embrace the unknown; bring ideas to reality; conquer lofty goals.

Relationship Driven: build partnerships and amaze our customers.

Inspire Each Other: as each individual grows, so does the organization; unlock each other’s potential.

B Corp Values: balance profit and purpose; use business as a force for good

Entrepreneurial Spirit: challenge the status quo through creative destruction and innovation.

Tribe 9 Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer