Quality Assurance Specialist

Company Overview

New Horizons Food Solutions has been serving the Food, Beverage, Health Care, and Personal Care Industries since 2005. We deliver a  one-stop  innovative ingredient solutions for some of the most iconic brands. We develop a wide variety of customized culinary products, seasonings, flavors, and coatings for savory and sweet applications. In addition, we manufacture functional blends which improve product quality, and nutritional fortifications that combat malnutrition because of micronutrient deficiencies.

At New Horizons Food Solutions, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion, recognizing that a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are key drivers of our success. We are seeking individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, enjoy facing challenges head-on, and are passionate about making a positive impact.

Location: 2300 Citygate Drive, Columbus, OH 43213

Pay: $21/Hr

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision, Disability and Life Insurance, 401K with match, and paid Vacation.

• Employee appreciation lunches and events
• Pet Insurance
• Opportunities for Development and Job Advancement

The Quality Assurance Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring the company's Food Safety and Quality Programs are upheld to the highest standards. This position will involve assisting in various aspects of quality assurance, including supplier approval programs, document control, certification programs, and laboratory operations.

• Assist in maintaining Food Safety and Quality Programs such as supplier approval program, GMPs, Food Fraud Program, and document control.
• Participate in mock recall or traceability practices.
• Assist in managing internal lab, lab waste control, and out-sourced labs.
• Complete laboratory operations, food analysis, method validation, and equipment calibration.
• Verify production records and manage product release.
• Implement and enforce all FSQA programs to remain compliant with regulatory, third-party, and customer audits.
• Generate Certificate of Analysis with accurate information for finished products.
• Perform internal inspection, internal auditing program, and quality line checks.
• Investigate customer complaints and internal deviations.
• Support sanitation function and perform environmental swabbing and chemical testing.
• Assist in the implementation of certified programs such as Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO Project Verified, Gluten-Free, etc.
• Attend all required meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as requested by the Quality Systems Manager and/or Director of FSQA.

• Complete required FSQA, Safety, and Job training.
• Enforce all quality and food safety programs.
• Verify documentation is correct and record-keeping is compliant.
• Take necessary action to prevent food safety, legality, and quality problems from occurring.
• Follow and enforce programs and procedures outlined in the Food Safety and Quality Manual to support compliance with the GFSI Standard and other third-party audits.

• Degree in Science preferred or equivalent experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated effective Food Safety knowledge (i.e., HACCP, Allergen Control, Sanitation, GMPs, etc.).
• Excellent communicative skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed and as assigned by supervision.

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

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Quality Assurance

• Food & Beverages