SQF Coordinator

Who We Are

Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy!  We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day.  At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us!

What We’re Seeking

The ideal candidate for the SQF Coordinator role is an experienced and detail-oriented professional in food safety and quality management. This individual possesses a robust background in overseeing comprehensive FSQ programs. They are adept at ensuring that all FSQ programs meet and exceed internal, customer, state, and federal requirements, with a desire to work across departments to continue to improve our food safety programs.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Oversee FSQ plans for all E.A. Sween Facilities (SQF, HACCP, Food Safety and Quality, Food Fraud, Disaster Plans)
• Complete internal audits and annual validations for all E.A. Sween facilities, including the annual SQF program review.
• Assist plant FSQ Managers with quarterly verifications and validations as needed, ensuring they meet completion deadlines.
• Manage updates to all FSQ Standard Work in conjunction with FSQ Managers, ensuring all required changes are recorded, and that the document is accurate.
• Schedule and attend all SQF and other applicable regulatory audits
• Work within the existing CAPA framework to manage corrective actions resulting from internal or external audits
• Review and trend customer complaints. Assist in complaint investigation when necessary.
• Monitor FSQ related CAPAs for appropriate completion.
• Act as backup Recall Coordinator and lead annual mock recalls.
• Work cross-functionally to develop and maintain FSQ systems, and assist in training development.
• Assist with development of training materials for FSQ and Operations team members with relation to SQF, HACCP, and other food safety or regulatory topics.
• Stay apprised to changes in state, local, and federal regulatory and SQF requirements as they relate to FSQ and EAS business
• Manage document requests from the sales team and external customers.
• Assist the Supplier and Regulatory Manager with maintenance of the Approved Supplier Program and other backup activities as required.

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

• BS in Food Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of SQF management experience.
• HACCP and SQF practitioner certifications required; PCQI certification preferred.
• Experience with HACCP and FSMA principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel 5-10% as needed for audits.
• SQF Internal Auditor certificate preferred, or ability to obtain within first 6 months of employment.
• Ability to work in refrigerated and frozen environments for periods of time.

How You’ll Find Success at EAS

·       Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.

Commit to Safety Everyday: See something say something do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success.

·       Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.

·       Think Before Doing And Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what’s right.

·       Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand.

·       Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful.

·       Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.