Regulatory and Compliance Specialist

REPORTS TO : Sr.

Quality Assurance Manager DIRECT SUPERVISOR : Sr.

Quality Assurance Manager INDIRECT REPORTS : QA Staff Job Summary : The Sr.

Regulatory & Compliance Specialist is responsible for assuring compliance with all food safety & regulatory matters, also for supporting the Sr.

QA Manager in developing, implementing, and enforcing Food Safety Programs for Mi Rancho (including SQF program), oversees the plant SQF program to ensure certification is maintained.

Prepare and assist in annual SQF audits.

Conduct annual re-assessment of SQF Manual and all supporting information including validations of all work instructions.

Maintain and assist in all updates to the current processes and work Instructions.

They oversee the accuracy of the documents produced from the program.

Education & Experience : Bachelors degree in food science or equivalent field of study or 5 + years of work experience in QA.

Minimum 5 years experience in Food Manufacturing.Experience with USDA, FDA, or CA Dept.

of Food & Agriculture guidelines / requirements.SQF Certified Practitioner and Experience and mustExperience with HACCAP, SQF, HARPC required.

Experience working with Kosher, Organic, GFCO and AIB / NSF programs.Bilingual- Spanish / English a plus Trainings / Certifications Required : HARPC / PCQI CertifiedSQF Implementation & Auditing CertifiedSQF Internal Auditing Training Minimum Required Qualifications : Must have the ability to manage new and multiple projects from conception to commercialization.

Adept at working independently and cross-functionally, managing multiple projects and short timelines, and working in fast-paced environment.

Able to communicate and manage project needs cross-functionally.Ability to multitask and work under pressure and time constrained situations and adapt to quickly changing priorities across multiple projects.

Strong organizational, communication and analytical Skills.Ability to interact with all management levels.Must have excellent time-management skills.

Strong attention to detail skillsExcellent analytical and mathematical skills.Excellent proficient problem-solving skills.

Must have training, coaching, and interpersonal skills.Must be an excellent team player.Must be self-motivated.Must be computer literate Word, Excel, etc.

Must be able to learn and work with company ERP system.Strong follow-through, integrity, and sound judgment.Flexibility to work off-shifts as needed, including weekends to manage staff efficiently.

Must be able to fulfill essential job function in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.Must adhere to a drug and alcohol zero tolerance policy.

Must be able to enforce, comply with and follow all food safety, and third-party certification policies (SQF, Gluten-Free and Organic, etc.

Training Method : General Job responsibilities Orientation and on the jobJob Description ReviewMicrobiological Methodology TrainingChemistry Methodology TrainingFood Audit TrainingQAI TrainingCompany Line of ProductsFood Safety Practices & Policies (e.

g., HACCP, Food Safety, GMPs, Food Fraud / Defense, Allergens, Organic, Gluten Free) HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOPs)Environmental Awareness TrainingRegulatory Agency Awareness (i.

e., FDA)Product Quality Standards and Specifications Injury & Illness Prevention Program.

Will receive general training and orientation that may include : Company rules and regulations.Plant Safety and Emergency ProceduresOSHA Required Safety Programs Essential Functions / Duties and Responsibilities : Support Sr.

QA Manager with all QA activities (fill in when and as required).Responsible for enforcing all company rules, policies, and procedures.Develop and partner with Sr.

QA Manager on the implementation of Safe Quality Food (SQF) programs including HACCP, Food Safety, Food Quality and Food Defense plans.

Maintain Food Safety & SQF program compliance.Responsible for SQF readiness, Co-Packer, and Supplier quality communication.

Manage and maintain all daily SQF documents and paperwork.Conduct food safety and quality training including Good Manufacturing Practices (for contractors, new hires, and current employees) and all other SQF required training.

Conduct annual review (at least) of plant SQF Manual and ensure associated Sub-Elements and Registers are updated.Prepare and assist in annual SQF certification audits.

Conduct food safety and quality meetings, produce meeting notes, and follow up on action items to ensure completion.Support senior management and operations with technical quality and food safety data for customer requests and surveys.

Company representative for FDA, USDA, CDFA and sanitation audits.Company representative for SQF, organic, kosher, halal, gluten free, non-GMO, and customer audits.

Conduct mock recalls, and internal audits.Collect, review, and ensure proper completion of audit paperwork.Lead and participate in problem solving activities concerning food safety.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies (including GMPs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Reassess and re-validate associated Process Procedures (SOPs) with any implemented process or product change.Work with QA, Training, Process Systems, and Production personnel on any new changes to the Work Instructions.

Effectively communicate any changes, modifications, or updates to managers, supervisors, leads, and other personnel.Responsible for keeping personnel motivated, productive and well informed.

Responsible for maintaining excellent and professional employee relations.Responsible for promoting teamwork at all levels and between the departments.Other duties as assigned.

Location : Mi Rancho, Elk Grove, CA- On Site Travel Requirements : Less than 10% (example : vendor sites, trainings).

Typical Working Conditions, Equipment Used, and Essential Physical Tasks : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk the majority of the shift.Continued walking and standing on hard surfaces, climbing, and descending steps.

Continual bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping, reaching, pulling, pushing, and lifting up-to 35 lbs.Exposed to cool, hot temperatures and noise.

Temperatures ranging to very warm conditions.Loud noises generated from equipment.

This job description may not be complete and is subject to change at any time without notice.

For additional information about our company, go towww.mirancho.com.

Mi Rancho is an E-Verify participating employer.