Overview
Quality Assurance and Food Safety Technician Jobs in Chicago, IL at Bento
QUALITY ASSURANCE AND FOOD SAFETY TECHNICIAN
Join Team Bento and be a part of our group of companies which operates more than 12000 locations globally. With operations across Canada and United States, Bento brings together a dynamic team of people with diverse backgrounds, experience, and talent, to create an exceptional guest experience.
Location and hours
Chicago Food Factory: 2136 South Peoria Street Chicago, IL 60608
1st Shift: Sunday to Wednesday, 4:30am – 1:00pm
2nd Shift: Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
3rd Shift: Sunday to Friday, 10:00pm – 6:30am
Responsibilities
- The Quality Assurance and Food Safety Technician is responsible for ensuring food safety policies are being adhered to and product quality standards are being met in our Food Manufacturing Plant.
- Assist the front-line supervisory staff in ensuring adherence to GMP and HACCP program compliance.
- Ensure the manufacturing processes and facilities of the company meet quality standards with emphasis on product safety, sanitation, environmental awareness, and customer satisfaction.
- Ensures product quality through random on-floor quality checks; ensure the facility meet FDA standard by regular internal audit.
- Perform routine audits in the plant & warehouse to ensure that company standards are met.
- Responsible for Food safety and quality control training class and schedule.
- Responsible for HACCP records keeping, review, verification, and corrective actions. Updates or assists in the revisions of SOPs and specifications as required.
- Responsible for collecting and sending microbiological and chemical samples for lab test and verify that the results comply with the standards.
- Ensure supplier information updated and the material received follow company’s QA standards. Ensure finished product specification, microbiological and chemical integrity.
- Perform audits of the factory (i.e. daily pre-operational checks, internal audits, etc.).
- Conducts in-depth investigations to assist in resolving non-compliant product or practice, in a timely fashion and applies findings to improve the process.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in Food Science, Chemistry, Public Health or Biological Science.
- Knowledge of food safety standards.
- HACCP plant experience is an asset.
- Previous leadership experience preferably in a Food Processing facility.
- Effective communication skills.
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines & pressure.
- Must be computer literate.
- Bilingual – English/Spanish an asset
Why you should join our team:
- Full-Time starting immediately at $20.00/hour.
- Power of Collaboration: Live our core values – “Own it”, “Care about it”, “Make it exceptional”, and “Win together” – as we work together to create better food for everyone, the Japanese way.
- Competitive Rewards: Upon meeting eligibility criteria reap the benefits of a comprehensive group health benefits, and retirement plans that recognize your outstanding contribution.
- Ignite Your Potential: Fuel your growth with extensive training and opportunities for career advancement, empowering you to unleash your full potential.
- Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to be heard and celebrated through meaningful initiatives and programs.
- Drive Sustainable Impact: As part of our dedication to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, we actively promote sustainable practices and initiatives to create a positive impact on our environment and communities.
For more information about us and our opportunities, please visit www.bentosushi.com.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates elected for an interview will be contacted. Special consideration will be given to applicants with previous experience working as a; Quality Control Technician, Quality Assurance Technician, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Food Safety, Food Technician, Food Production.
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Title: Quality Assurance and Food Safety Technician
Company: Bento
Location: Chicago, IL
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