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We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity to join our dynamic team at Orgain, a leading company in the world of organic and plant-based nutrition. We're on a mission to make clean nutrition accessible to all and empower individuals to live vibrant and healthy lives. We are revolutionizing the way people nourish their bodies by providing clean, organic, and delicious products. As a Certified B Corp, we are committed to using our business as a force for good, prioritizing social and environmental responsibilities alongside our passion for creating nutritious products.
Orgain fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment, where everyone's unique ideas and contributions are highly valued. Join a team that encourages open communication, teamwork, and a shared commitment to our mission while investing in your growth and development. As an Orgain team member, you'll have access to various opportunities for learning and development and the chance to expand your skills in a fast-paced and innovative industry.
We are seeking passionate, dynamic, and determined individuals who are ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to our mission. Join us in making a meaningful impact and contribute to transforming the way people approach nutrition. Together, we can make a positive difference in the world. Come join our crew and let's turn dreams into reality together. We can't wait to meet you and embark on this incredible journey together to nourish and inspire.
WHO WE ARE
Orgain makes delicious Organic nutritional products including nutrition shakes, protein shakes, protein bars and protein powders to help people lead healthy, vibrant lives. Orgain was created by Dr. Andrew Abraham, whose own experience seeking high-quality organic nutrition during his cancer treatment years ago inspired him to develop products for active people in need of great-tasting wholesome nourishment on the go. Available online and in over 30k stores nationwide, Orgain is perfect for busy lifestyles, weight management & fitness training/recovery.
Orgain is a dynamic, fast-growing company driven by smart, creative minds with a passion for learning, rooted in kindness. Our employees are warm, authentic, passionate, and inspiring and we are hiring.
WHAT WILL YOU DO
The Senior Specialist, Supplier Quality will work closely with the Senior Manager, Contract Manufacturing Quality & Food Safety to execute the review and approval of raw materials, including ingredients and packaging, and their suppliers both internally and with Orgain's contract manufacturing partners.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Review and assess supplier certifications and audit reports to ensure GFSI and/or cGMP compliance.
Review and assess Supplier Quality documentation to ensure minimum food safety and quality criteria are met and maintained.
Review and assess raw material documentation for both ingredients and packaging components, including, but not limited to, specification sheets, ingredient certifications, product declaration statements, etc.
Review and assess raw material ingredient compliance to Orgain's internal guardrails for ingredient quality and food safety.
Collaborate with suppliers to establish meaningful raw material specifications compliant with Orgain requirements, industry standards, and government regulations.
Conduct detailed material food safety risk assessments to identify hazard(s) to Orgain.
Perform supplier onsite visits and audits as needed to meet business needs.
Ensure all raw material documentation is kept up-to-date and current, including regular review of document age and validity dates.
Maintain a supplier scorecard to quantify supplier qualification status.
Maintain the document repository through Orgain's document management system, TraceGains.
Troubleshoot supplier issues regarding specifications, Certificates of Analyses, and functionality with the supplier, Orgain R&D, and Operations.
Investigate and follow up on out of specifications, root cause investigations, and corrective/preventive actions with suppliers.
Work with material suppliers to obtain shelf-life extensions on aging and/or expired materials or otherwise assist in determining appropriate disposition of expired raw materials.
Work with Orgain Contract Manufacturers to get raw materials qualified for use at their manufacturing sites.
Other duties and responsibilities as required.
Set individual goals for improving and expanding on everyday job functions, as well as on the greater social and environmental aspects of your work. We expect that you remain accountable to these goals and report your progress in performance reviews.
Adhere to Orgain's environmental policies, including our environmental purchasing and recycling policies.
Be an active member in enhancing Orgain's social and environmental impact. Help us continue to evolve our commitment to the planet and the people we serve.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Requirements
EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
BS degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Food Science, Food Technology ideal) or 3-5 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3+ years of experience in the food & beverage manufacturing industry working with supplier management, auditing, and FSMA compliance.
Strong background in Supplier Quality including, but not limited to, raw materials/ingredients, food safety, food processing, FSMA, HACCP, risk assessment, and raw material specification development.
Experience in assessing risks related to kill steps in pathogen lethality studies.
Experience in investigating quality issues, performing root cause analyses, and CAPAs.
Advanced understanding of food certification programs.
Advanced experience in reviewing and assessing technical documentation related to ingredients and suppliers.
PCQI, FSMA, HACCP, and/or SQF Practitioner certification and/or training preferred.
Ability to effectively present information to all levels of management and suppliers.
Ability to drive and influence complex decision-making with various stakeholder groups and build consensus.
2+ years of relevant experience working in CPG environment preferred.
Strong organizational skills, detail-orientation, and commitment.
Self-directed with a demonstrated sense of accountability.
Ability to adapt to the changing needs of a dynamic growth-oriented business.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position located in Irvine, CA and requires 3 days a week minimum in office subject to change per business needs.
May include prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
At Orgain, we aim to maximize our positive impact in the community and for the planet. We are committed to increasing the social and environmental responsibility of our business while maintaining the exceptional quality of our products. Each team member is responsible for taking part in reducing our environmental impact and fostering an inclusive work environment. As a member of our team, you have a valuable contribution to make to our progress as a sustainable company.
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned to the associate from time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.
SALARY RANGE: $70,000 to $80,000 per year
Final salary is commensurate upon a variety of factors, including work location, experience, skills, field of responsibility, and education credentials of the associate.
Attention Recruiters: Non-Solicited Resumes Not Accepted
We acknowledge and value the significant role recruiters play in the hiring process and your interest in our company. However, we respectfully ask that recruiters avoid submitting unsolicited resumes on behalf of applicants. Please note that any unsolicited resumes received will be regarded as non-binding. Any resume(s) submitted to Orgain, or any of its employees, agents, directors, or representatives in any form, without an officially initiated search request and an active agreement specifically for this position, will be considered the exclusive property of Orgain.
The Company provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, political affiliation, military status or status as a protected Veteran, physical, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, hair texture and hairstyles, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), reproductive health decision-making, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer-related or HIV/AIDS-related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, leave of absence, training and social, and recreational programs. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis.
