Quality Specialist – Dry Sweeteners

Heartland Food Products Group

. Coordinate document creation, implementation, review, and change .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeIndianapolis • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Assurance, including compliance with FDA regulations and SQF standards, while effectively managing non-conforming materials and leading quality improvement initiatives. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for collaborating across departments and driving quality metrics.

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Quality Assurance ExpertiseFDA Regulations KnowledgeSQF ExperienceHACCP CertificationCGMP/GDP Requirements

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Hard Skills

Food Manufacturing QA ExperiencePowder Blending Technology KnowledgeQuality Metrics TrackingSOP DevelopmentRoot Cause AnalysisCorrective Action ImplementationQuality Training Program DevelopmentInternal Audit ParticipationSpecification MaintenanceQuality Performance Metrics Communication

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsLeadership SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

WordExcelPowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

HACCP Certification

Industry Keywords

Food SafetyCGMPGDPQuality Manufacturing SystemsContinuous Quality ImprovementNon-Conforming Materials ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationQuality Assurance StandardsConsumer Complaint TrackingSafety Policies Enforcement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate document creation, implementation, review, and change
Review daily records and maintain quality metrics
Maintain specifications for blending and packaging operations
Maintain daily customer databases for internal and external customers
Enforce safety policies, model safe behaviors, and educate team members on safe operations
Evaluate production processes and documentation, escalating concerns to production management
Manage, investigate, and resolve non-conforming materials
Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues involving non-conforming purchased materials
Lead and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for food safety and quality concerns
Gather and communicate quality performance metrics
Participate in internal audit activities
Track consumer and customer complaints, establish KPIs, and drive complaint-reduction initiatives with the Plant Manager
Support internal specification development and maintenance
Create and maintain finished product labeling
Help develop and deliver quality training programs
Assist in maintaining compliance with SQF food safety standards
Contribute to Food Safety Plan reviews and Quality Manufacturing Systems implementation
Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, forms, and checklists
Identify continuous quality improvement opportunities and support new processes, policies, or programs
Lead supplier-related investigations through resolution
Provide support outside regular working hours when needed
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS Degree required; Food Science, Microbiology or Engineering preferred
1–3 years of food manufacturing QA experience
Knowledge of FDA regulations and SQF experience required
Strong expertise in Quality Assurance and cGMP/GDP requirements
HACCP Certification from a nationally/internationally recognized and accredited HACCP training firm or currently in the process of obtaining preferred
Knowledge of powder blending and packaging technology preferred
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Ability to work with cross-functional departments
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and corrective action/resolution skills
Strong computer skills with experience using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to perform climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
Ability to work seated using a computer and phone for long periods
Ability to work extended hours, daily overtime, and occasional weekends
Visual acuity to document company records
Continuous walking throughout the plant and distribution center
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent compensation and benefits package