Food Quality Assurance Analyst

Company: Lidl US
Location: Arlington
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

LocationHQ3500 S Clark StreetArlington, VA 22202 USAEmployment TypeFull-TimeExperience LevelEntry LevelEmployment AreaQuality AssuranceReference number278601Target Start Date02/06/2023SummaryLidl US is seeking an entry level analyst to join our Quality Assurance team. The analyst will be part of our new Consumer Tasting Lab. They'll not only be growing a career in quality assurance but also get in on the ground floor of a new innovative experience. The ideal candidate will be energetic, positive and organized. The position will be working alongside our internal stakeholders and managing several projects coordinating resources and manage the process flow for a project throughout its lifecycle. The position will support growth strategies by assisting product development and continuous improvement efforts thru assembly and testing of commercial cooking equipment and products, primarily in a lab and manufacturing environment.What You'll DoImplement the following processes in accordance with Quality Assurance Standards: internal and external consumer and expert tastings, quality developments for own brand food items, quality controls for meat, fish, wine or other product groups, and product test managementCheck incoming data for correctness, completion and ensure on-time processingData entry into our SAP and Fizz systems, file reportsCheck and review invoicesMonitor, evaluate, document, and communicate process results in accordance with Quality Assurance StandardsManage, coordinate, and lead product testing reviews with other departmentsManage the continuous improvement Open Point process by scheduling meetings with the buying teams, managing the data, and following up when requiredManage the scheduling of tastings and ordering of products for reviewsAssist with heating up and/or cooking samples according to preparation instructionsPerform other duties as assignedWhat You'll NeedBachelor's in Food Science or related field; or High school diploma/GED and 4+ years of experience in related fieldDrivers LicenseProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience scheduling meeting, advanced excel skillsExcellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of principles and methods of food science, physics, chemistry, or biology, consumer products regulations, production/manufacturing processes, and quality assurance practices, or other relevant areas of the retail industryThis position commutes between stores, regional offices and/or distribution centers up to 50% of the time Ability to maneuver cases of product (lift, move, carry, slide, etc.) up to 50 lbs. and reach above head to heights greater than 10 inches frequently in accordance with safety regulationsPreferred Skills: Basic food preparation, SAP knowledge, advanced excel skills, food science knowledge and food preparation experienceWhat You'll ReceiveAt Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That's why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Medical Dental Vision coverage Paid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO) 401k Plan (+ 5% company match and no vesting schedule) And so much more, visit our benefits page for more details and the latest updatesIn addition to the great benefits above, our Full-Time employees receive these additional benefits: Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness and/or Accident Insurance, Parental Leave - 100% pay for birth mothers and non-birth parents, Additional Paid Time-Off & Sick Time.

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