Quality Assurance Coordinator

Shift Type:  Night Shift, Monday-Wednesday, 13-hour shift

Salary Range:  $ 55,000-$65,000

Company Overview:

Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise

At Dare, our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality while meeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers

Position Overview
This role will be based out of our Cambridge manufacturing facility and will be responsible for quality activities on the weekend night shift, in addition to supporting the overall development and maintenance of the site Quality Systems. The successful applicant for this opportunity has knowledge of SQF and/or other GFSI standards, knowledge of HACCP, is a strong communicator, is highly organized, and is capable of working independently or in a team environment.

This role will also include any ad‑hoc activities required of the Quality Department and may require work on off‑shifts.

Responsibilities

Own site GMP program

Back up to Quality Systems (responsible for SQF, HACCP and PCQI)

Perform and coach Technicians on daily and weekly quality testing

Maintain Quality and Sanitation Programs (i.e. recipe control, document control, allergen validations, EMP program, swabbing, etc.), complying with all Regulatory, Corporate and Customer requirements

Lead cross‑functional Food Safety Team, holding team members responsible for follow‑up and corrective actions

Administer Hold and Recall programs

Host daily Food Review, and participate in Daily Production Meeting where required

Investigate and respond to all critical consumer complaints and provide monthly statistical data

Qualifications

College or Bachelor's degree in Food Science Technology/Engineering or related field

3 – 5 years relevant working experience in a food manufacturing environment

Broad range of experience with Operational Systems and GMP Programs

Strong knowledge of SQF or similar GFSI programs

HACCP and Food Safety practical and theoretical knowledge

PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual)

Strong technical writing skills, with experience developing Quality Programs

Knowledge of the principles of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing would be considered an asset

A history of meeting and exceeding challenging performance goals; a desire to “win.”

Ability to perform tasks effectively both individually and as a member of a team

Ability to multi‑task

Strong skills in Word and Excel to manage and analyze quality data

Salary will be determined based on the candidate's skills, experience, and internal equity.

Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well‑being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.

At Dare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal‑opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of the application or employment process.

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