Category/Area of Expertise: Food Quality Assurance & Safety
Job Requisition: 503889
Address: USA-MD-Columbia-7156 Cradlerock Way
Store Code: Quality Assurance (5157434)

Position Summary

A minimum of one to three years retail food safety/quality assurance experience and proven ability to act as a technical expert. Help to ensure customer satisfaction & brand protection through education and verification of applicable product safety standards and procedures as they concern our stores, merchandising teams and associates. Support continuous improvement through training, coaching, auditing and mentoring. Interact regularly with the regulatory arena as official liaison.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities
• This is a field position requiring daily store visits 4-5 days per week, normally Monday-Friday.
• Conduct assessment on third party food safety inspections. Perform 'root cause' analysis of food safety and sanitation procedures for compliance and necessary follow-up. Buil"]) self.__next_f.push([1,"ires long periods of standing and walking. Some lifting may be required.
• A self-starter capable of managing an efficient schedule with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills for both one-on-one and group interactions with all associates.
• Effective in delivering food safety training programs to adult learners.
• Excellent written skills.
• Basic computer skills to operate MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and e-mail. Ability to interpret data, diagnose 'root' cause effects and provide sustainable and practical corrective actions.
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Must be results oriented, have ability to develop self and others.
• Ability to interact with all levels of associates and management.
• Must have ability to act as a team leader or team builder.
• Ability to actively participate within industry and regulatory associations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Maintain Certifications or Food Protection Manager Certification and CFPM Test Administrator qualifications

MD Salary Range: $72,880 - $109,320
Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
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