Associate Quality Assurance Commercialization Specialist - Maxton

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 Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8. 

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.

How you will make history here...

The QA Commercialization Specialist's primary role is assisting in the development and maintenance of formula and procedure systems. This includes responsibility for compliance to all company and regulatory policies/procedures pertaining to product safety/quality. The QA Commercialization Specialist will work with a cross functional commercialization team comprised of both corporate and plant functions to launch the manufacturing of new products at the plant. The candidate will have the hands-on opportunity to explore all quality areas of a food manufacturing plant including product realization, system and regulatory compliance, laboratory work, and grow into a technical resource for manufacturing, commercialization, and engineering.  

What you will do...

1.    40% - Assists with the implementation of all product formulas, procedures, and thermal process requirements including product startups, special batches, packaging trial and reformulation reviews, label compliance, and RMS administrator. 
2.    30% - Supports the cross functional commercialization team in launching new products.    
3.    15% - Actively participates in continuous improvement activities within systems and the plant. Uses various computer support systems for data manipulation, basic analysis and reports of product quality information.  
4.    10% - Investigates and analyzes incidents and non-conformances, takes corrective action and/or makes recommendations as appropriate for routine incidents. Functions as QA representative on non-routine activities associated with project/team assignments which may include: specification development, quality design support, new product start-ups, training, instrument evaluation or method development, etc. Supports efforts to educate and train the workforce on food quality and safety programs.
5.    5% - Conduct pre-shipment reviews of food safety/quality records to assure regulatory compliance, including electronic record review and allow for timely release of product to meet customer service requirements. Conducts reviews and disposition of product requiring micro testing, container integrity evaluations, or Process Safety review/release.
  
Who you will work with...

Key working relationships that must be developed or maintained:  Team working relationship with WHQ R&D, Quality Systems Technologist, operations and maintenance business unit leaders/team leaders. Establish and sustain effective relationships with all employees in order to foster an environment where innovation and cooperation are used to solve problems.
 

What you bring to the table (Must Haves)...

•  Bachelor's Degree
• 6 months years related experience in the food industry, microbiology or related field; internships/co-ops will be considered.

It would be great if you have (Nice to Haves)...

• Preferred discipline in Food Science, Microbiology or related field
• High level of computer skills including electronic formula database, PLC, RMS, and working with Engineers to set up the plant floor automation for product processes.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead by involving others in decision processes.
• Ability to implement change, motivate others and encourage team development.  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities.
• Strong organization skills. 
• Strong written communication skills.
• Detail Oriented
• Critical Thinking Skills

Compensation and Benefits:

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

$55,900-$80,400

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.