QA Coordinator

We are currently accepting applications to fill a QA Coordinator position. This position will report to the Sr. Quality Specialist and is responsible for the quality assurance management operations at the Waterloo facility. The QA Coordinator will gather samples of product and perform quality testing of production environment and equipment. In this position you will conduct quality audits of the facility assuring company standards are maintained and product integrity is preserved. Below is a list of essential job functions including, but not limited to the following:

Responsibilities:

• You will coordinate quality assurance activities and provide technical assistance and training to personnel.
• You will prepare written documents describing analysis techniques and test results. You will write and review SOP’s and other quality documents and reports.
• Gather special samples for additional incubation and defect audits as directed.
• Provide support for sample gathering and data recording for plant trials, 1100’s and research efforts.
• Performs audits to verify compliance with established SOP documentation, GMP’s and Safe Quality Food (SQF) efforts.
• You will assist with audits (i.e. SQF, regulatory, customer, internal).
• You will assist with the coordination, performance, and documentation remediation of product on hold (i.e. updates database, tapes rows, places placards).
• Review regulatory documentation for product release (i.e. record review) including CCP/critical factor records, QA packaging records, and net weight records per lot.
• Conduct GMP and sanitation audits.
• You will lead process improvement projects.
• You will coordinate quality inspection pallet tear-down.
• You will participate and lead quality meetings and training.
• Support CPS activities.
• Support the assessment and management of Food Safety Plans -Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points (HACCP) or (HARPC).
• Assist with the compilation of nutritional or customer required sampling.
• Determine usage decisions on bulk and regular ingredient deliveries.
• Monitor and review SPC data and reports.
• Provide support for Infinity (i.e. table maintenance, add new SKU’s, review results).
• Support cross checks program (solids, pH, TA).
• Assist with critical consumer complaint investigation.
• Maintain retain program.

• You will work with operations personnel on quality and food safety issues and verify operations control systems are functional and being followed.
• You will assist in trouble-shooting quality related issues.
• You will perform record reviews

Education:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, microbiology or lab science, preferred
• 2 years microbiological lab experience preferred

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 disability insurance
• Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands 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. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.