Quality Data Analyst

QA Data Analyst

COMPANY SUMMARY (“Who are we?”)

We are The Honest Kitchen. We’re a team of pet-obsessed foodies, who put our heart and soul into our work – making a line of human-grade whole foods, treats, and supplements for dogs and cats. We’re a rapidly growing business that is a proud B Corp. We were named one of Outside Magazine’s Best Places to Work for 6 straight years and certified as a Great Place to Work!

We strive for an inclusive work culture that supports a diverse array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strength. We celebrate strong performance and ethical processes, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also uncover new experiences and collaborate with passionate colleagues.

The Honest Kitchen values a diverse workforce. Everyone, including women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. The Honest Kitchen believes that an equitable and inclusive work environment and a diverse, empowered team are key to achieving our mission. We’re looking for candidates who can expand our business culture by bringing their whole, authentic selves to work.

We strive to provide all qualified candidates with an equitable and accessible recruitment process.

POSITION SUMMARY (“What are we looking for?”)

Provide support for QA department analytical review, testing, inspection, and evaluation practices as well as support functions related to materials, production, and incident management. Assists with planning and implementing food safety programs, such as but not limited to, analytical testing, material coordination, non-conforming products, allergen testing compliance, HACCP, Sanitation, and QMS. Initiate and complete food safety incident investigations by using root cause analysis.

Complete routine auditing of practices and documentation as assigned as well as review of training, records, and documentation. Complete validation and verification studies of the food safety programs. Complete additional projects related to quality improvements or cost-saving initiatives as assigned. Strong leadership, organizational, and technical skills are required for this position.

This position will utilize technical tools to analyze and measure data quality and develop action plans to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

• Initiate root cause analysis and problem-solving practices to resolve incidents and hold products
• Participate and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Support all testing functions of the organization
  • Sampling program (includes “rolling schedule” and “product cutting”)
  • Conduct analytical testing
  • R&D initiatives
  • Participate in positive release program (all facilities)
  • Performance of Quality Data Oversight of the Quality Control Laboratories
  • Review and Approval of Laboratory Protocols/Reports and Laboratory Investigations
• Knowledge of regulatory programs (federal, state and AAFCO)
• Assist with the organization of internal and external audits (supplier and manufacturer)
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality system policies and programs pertaining to data collection and analysis
• Monitor quality assurance, production, and material inspection, adherence, and compliance as assigned.
• Aid in the advancement of quality systems and programs
• Collaborative maintenance of Quality Management Systems (QMS)
  • Maintain ongoing documentation needs
  • Review system for company compliance
  • Responsible for the creation, review, approval, and issuance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Manage Corporate processing of deviations, CAPAs, and change control processes
• Conduct and coordinate Root Cause Investigations
• Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of the electronic Training Systems
• Performance of risk analyses and complete associated documentation
• Responsible for documentation archival
• Achieve quality assurance operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews; prepare…