Fsqa Technical Specialist Jobs

FSQA Technical Specialist

Remote

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.
If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a FSQA Technical Specialist in USA. Your mission will be to:

Purpose (Objective): The incumbent provides technical services to the clients of Merieux NutriSciences, which include food safety and quality program temporary assignments, sampling/swabbing, FSMA assessments, prerequisite program reviews and development, environmental monitoring programs review, GFSI readiness assessments.

• Direct client in the interpretation of laboratory data and provide consulting services if needed.
• Develop and maintain expertise in food science and related technologies.
• Perform other related duties as needed.
• Serve as a personnel source for quality and food safety management temporary assignments at client companies.
• Provide secondary support to other Merieux NutriSciences personnel when applicable, as needed.
• Position requires individual analysis of each problem to determine the optimal solution with guidance from senior consultants. The incumbent uses previous experience, federal (FDA, USDA), publications and regulations, as resources to provide necessary information to solve a problem.Client problems are often unique and require the incumbent to select among several different alternatives, and using the senior consultants as guides, to meet or exceed their requirements and address their concerns.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise to Merieux NutriSciences clients and assisting in resolution of basic technical problems and issues relating to food safety management including environmental sampling, basic HACCP issues, GFSI compliance, and sanitation problems.

YOUR PROFILE

This position requires an understanding of food microbiology and/or food chemistry obtained from a bachelors (or masters) in food microbiology, microbiology, chemistry, food science, agriculture or from an M.S. degree. Equivalent experience is necessary to provide technical guidance and expertise to client companies and Merieux NutriSciences personnel. Two to five years industry experience in the food industry with direct quality and food safety involvement is desirable. Note, a BS degree in a field other than those mentioned above will be considered with relevant work experience. A basic knowledge of food science is necessary to apply knowledge while consulting with client and to provide them with practical solutions to their problems. Knowledge of food safety and quality, including HACCP, Sanitation (SSOP’s), Allergens, GMP’s, SOP’s, Environmental Monitoring Programs, SPC, etc. to provide knowledgeable solutions to the clients of Merieux NutriSciences is desirable. HACCP & PCQI Certification preferred.
Required skills: Strong analytical skills are needed to solve problems with client issues. Strong interpersonal skills are required to build and maintain relationships across company functions. Well-developed oral and written communication skills are essential for effective client and Merieux NutriSciences personnel interactions. Client relation skills are needed to provide consulting services to the client. Planning skills are essential to plan, implement, and maintain system changes for clients. A basic knowledge of operating personal computers is necessary to produce clients’ reports.
Management (Size and characteristics of the team(s)): No direct reports.

The pay range for this position is $65,000-$75,000.

WHY JOIN US?

• Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
• Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
• Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
• Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
• Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

Ready for the journey?

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