Quality Assurance; QA Administrative Coordinator; 1st Shift

Quality Assurance (QA) Administrative Coordinator (1st Shift)

• Position Type:
  Full-Time
• Shift: 1st

At the heart of our company is a deep passion for creating fresh, healthy, and artisan-quality food that brings people together. We honor the craft of artisan cooking—using scratch-made stocks, hand-chopped herbs, and only the highest-quality ingredients—complemented by cutting-edge technology. This allows us to deliver consistently safe, exceptional products on a large scale.

But it’s not just about the food. Our culture is built on principles that shape how we grow, both as individuals and as a team. One of our core values, Honoring Development, guides us to actively seek out, celebrate, and nurture one another’s talents, strengths, and interests. By fostering each other’s growth, we strengthen our relationships and capabilities, driving both personal and professional success.

We also believe in Honoring Each Other. We surround ourselves with passionate people who share our love for great food. Through mutual respect and collaboration, we create an environment where employees are empowered to thrive, building trusting, and rewarding relationships with our clients, partners, and one another.

If you're looking for a place where your skills, passion, and ideas can flourish, we invite you to explore the opportunities available within our dynamic and supportive team.

(1st Shift / Mon - Fri / 5:00AM - 1:30PM ? Overtime and Weekends as needed during peak season)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Ensures all records pertaining to HACCP, Pre-requisite programs and SSOPs are reviewed for accuracy and any deficiencies are identified. Supply ordering for Quality related equipment, supplies and services. Reporting of internal and external Quality and Production related metrics.

Role and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-shipment - Conducts pre-shipment review of all HACCP and pre-requisite program records, ensuring the Food Safety and Quality of products manufactured at the Everett facility. Completes applicable paperwork.
• Identifies deficiencies and issues corrective action notifications, as needed as well as initiating quality hold product as necessary.
• Reporting – Communicates internal metrics to Plant Leadership and Corporate Kettle Leadership. These include Controllable Incidents, Complaints. Trend data as necessary.
• Ordering - Manages all orders through procurement system in support of the QA Department. Receives orders for payment.
• Inventory - Maintains vendor and equipment records for future orders and manages QA supply inventory.
• Document Control – Archives records in line with KC Corporate requirements. Keeps accurate records and ensures documents are maintained audit-ready.
• Issue maintenance requests as required.
• Assists with updates to SOPs, SSOPs, Quality Programs as requested.

Qualifications and Experience

• 2-year technical degree or 4-year college program in Food Science, Quality or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of HACCP and USDA/FDA regulations
• HACCP certification preferred
• Inventory and database management experience preferred
• Ability to identify and create processes and write procedures
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
• Thrives in a challenging, entrepreneurial atmosphere; open to change and creating change
• Computer skills – extensive knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and an e-mail system (Outlook)

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE

• Ability to multitask with an extremely high level of attention to detail
• High level of personal initiative, self-driven, action and results-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills, team player, generates enthusiasm and builds effective working relationships at all levels
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to prioritize and follow-through to achieve results
• Ability to effectively prioritize and get things done!

Required attributes

• Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiatives forward
• Positive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall…