Sr QA Tech (AM Shift)

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Michael Angelo's, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder's of Hanover.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell's...

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell's offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ - free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell's. Our "Campbell's Cares" program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell's has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

What you will do...

Lead and coordinate Quality support for the Pepperidge Farm Plant, effectively driving a strong quality system that supports both the site and our customers. Work cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance Safety, and Engineering to support Operations and overall Quality system adherence. Drive improvement in performance on key metrics such as holds, discards, specification adherence and sensory evaluation. Individual is expected to build relationships cross-functionally, drive root cause analysis for Quality escapes, and clearly communicate to Quality and Operations Leadership. Participates in structured inspections, internal audits, hold investigations and reviews daily documentation as well as participate in all required shift meetings for quality representation.

Who you will work with...

Supports the QA Team members and Interacts with Operations, Maintenance, Sanitation and Engineering to investigate and resolve production issues including foreign material investigations, uncontrolled water events, and other issues as they arise . Participates inspections, product summaries, and documentation reviews. Samples ingredients and completes evaluations and extension requests

Completes Micro, YM and Analytical Sampling and Testing as needed. Manages the lab, and chemical and waste needs along with sampling and shipping. Investigates swab failures and manages notifications, corrective actions and documentation of activities. Completes calibrations along with record keeping and management of the calibration system.

Facilitates the collection, organization, storage and retention of the Quality System documentation including Operations paperwork packets, COAs, Lab Analytical Reports, and Pkg samples.

Assists with the design, development, implementation, continuous operation/improvement and maintenance of the Quality Information System.

Participates as an active member on continuous improvement projects; 5S teams, Kaizen events, A-3s, Safety blitzes, Sanitation blitzes, GMP walks, internal audits, internal food safety team, etc. Participates and supports third party audits. (SQF)

Performs quality support through observation, verification, and inspection at critical processing steps. Tasks may be operator procedure verifications, inspections of equipment and cleaning performance, as well as raw material, in-process product, or finished product evaluations.

Understands HACCP principles and facilitates key Food Safety CPs and CCPs as well as Quality QPs and QCPs.

Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Sanitation to troubleshoot a product defect or processing issue. Participate in the discussion of potential root causes and assist with the implementation of effective corrective and preventative actions.

Regular Training on Food Safety, Food Defense, Internal Auditing, Regulatory visits etc; completion of HACCP Certification; Participates in SQF third party audits. Collaborates with team for preparation and answering audit questions on key job functions which fall under their ownership

What you bring to the table...

High school diploma or GED

1+ years of QA food industry experience desired

It would be great to have...

BS Degree is highly desired, Science or related discipline

Strong technical acumen - ability to troubleshoot a problem, involve other stakeholders as necessary, and brainstorm potential root causes

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Computer skills necessary, proficient with Microsoft Office

Micro and Analytical sampling and testing background a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.