Quality Control Technician

Company: Gellert Global Group
Location: Elizabeth
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Gellert Global Group consists of many of the leading North American food importing companies (Atalanta Corporation, Camerican International, Finica, Tipico Cheese Products) and has been importing food products for over 100 years. The combined revenues of GGG exceed $1.7 billion. GGG companies provide strength in sourcing, insurance, finance, logistics, food safety, and information technology, and supply the needs of retailers, distributors, food service chains, hotels, cruise lines, and food manufacturers alike.

Job Summary

GGG is seeking a multitasking and detail-oriented Quality Control Technician to join our FSQA team. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring transportation temperatures and product quality and assist in the warehouse inspection and sampling program. Overall, the role will ensure the quality of incoming products and schedule samples for testing and conduct appropriate evaluations.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:


Perform quality inspections of incoming food products, as needed
Inspect warehouse for compliance following regulatory and safety guidelines
Monitor weekly temperatures logs
Conduct warehouse monthly audit
Coordinate with warehouse management to maintain warehouse "audit ready"
Facilitate recalls and external 3rd party audits
Work with FSQA team on sampling program - periodic, customer complaints, and new items
Work with FSQA on warehouse compliance, as needed
Collaborate with pest control to document issues and corrective actions, communicating with maintenance and warehouse management
Back up for USDA Inspection role, as needed
Participate in customer complaint investigation and response


Skills and Qualifications:


Degree in food science or related field
1+ years of related experience in the food industry
Working knowledge and understanding of food microbiology and food manufacturing
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to work independently and autonomously
Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail
Proficiency in MS Office






Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.


Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program
Happiness:

Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role)
Team Building: Employee engagement and recognition programs, wellness, philanthropic and DE&I initiatives, Company-sponsored celebrations, and team-building events




The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact hr@gellertglobalgroup.com.


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