Quality Engineer & Compliance Specialist
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced
Quality Engineer & Compliance Specialist to join our dynamic Quality Assurance and Food Safety team. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to maintaining and improving the highest quality and compliance standards in a leading organic dairy and yogurt manufacturing organization, recognized for its commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Position Overview: As the Quality Engineer & Compliance Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with stringent quality and food safety standards. You will collaborate closely with sourcing, design, and production teams to enhance product integrity, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction through proactive quality management.
Key Responsibilities: - Support and implement rigorous quality assurance and food safety standards.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance on quality processes, product specifications, and regulatory compliance.
- Analyze and interpret quality-related data, identify trends, and proactively address potential issues.
- Lead capability assessments and drive continuous improvement initiatives in food safety, sanitation, and operational processes.
- Validate cleaning and sanitation protocols to ensure product safety and quality.
- Support operational objectives including safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and exceptional customer service.
- Conduct regular audits and collaborate cross-functionally to maintain compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Food Safety, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in food, beverage, or dairy manufacturing, ideally within beverage or yogurt production environments.
- Strong knowledge of quality management systems, regulatory requirements, and food safety protocols (HACCP, GMP, SQF).
- Demonstrated proficiency in self-management, leadership, and interpersonal communication.
- Proven analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and implement corrective actions.
- Willingness and ability to travel to support multiple facilities as needed.
Basic Benefits: - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Location: - Based in Salt Lake City, UT
Join our team and help us maintain excellence in quality, food safety, and sustainable practices, ensuring our products continue to lead the market in both innovation and consumer trust.