Quality Specialist – Dry Sweeteners

Heartland Food Products Group

. Promote a safety-focused workplace by enforcing safety policies, modeling safe behaviors, and educating team members .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeIndianapolis • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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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 leading quality improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in developing and maintaining SOPs, conducting root cause analysis, and delivering quality training programs.

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Quality Assurance ExpertiseFDA Regulations KnowledgeSQF ComplianceHACCP CertificationCGMP/GDP Requirements

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Hard Skills

Quality Performance MetricsRoot Cause AnalysisSOP DevelopmentFood Safety Plan ImplementationPowder Blending Technology

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsLeadership SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

WordExcelPowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

HACCP Certification

Industry Keywords

Food ManufacturingQuality Manufacturing SystemsNon-Conforming MaterialsContinuous Quality ImprovementInternal Audit Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Promote a safety-focused workplace by enforcing safety policies, modeling safe behaviors, and educating team members
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 development and upkeep of internal specifications
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 implementation of Quality Manufacturing Systems
Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, forms, and checklists
Identify continuous quality improvement opportunities and support implementation of 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
Demonstrated ability to work with cross functional departments within the organization
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving and corrective action/resolution skills
Strong computer skills with experience using Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Must be able to perform climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
Must be able to work seated using a computer and phone for long periods
Must be able to work extended hours, daily overtime, and occasional weekends
Must possess visual acuity to document company records
Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center
Lifting up to 40 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent compensation and benefits package