Quality Release & Raw Materials Specialist

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc

Cedar Rapids, IA, US
3+ years quality experience in rte food manufacturing
Strong understanding of food safety systems
Working knowledge of erp and quality systems like qad and lims
The role involves coordinating pre-shipment sampling and in-house testing of critical raw materials to support qualification and release

Job Summary

  • The role involves coordinating pre-shipment sampling and in-house testing of critical raw materials to support qualification and release.
  • Candidates will manage raw material and finished product release status within QAD and Sample Manager LIMS while approving product labels.
  • IFF offers a collaborative, cross-functional working environment with exposure to end-to-end quality systems and FSMS execution.

Matching Summary

The role involves coordinating pre-shipment sampling and in-house testing of critical raw materials to support qualification and release.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years Quality experience in RTE food manufacturing
  • Strong understanding of food safety systems
  • Working knowledge of ERP and quality systems like QAD and LIMS
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools Excel and Word
  • Ability to work cross-functionally in fast-paced environment

Nice-to-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field
  • Experience conducting raw material risk assessments
  • Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems WMS
  • Supplier qualification activities experience

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years experience in Quality role within RTE food manufacturing
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science preferred
  • Working knowledge of QAD and LIMS systems

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