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Harry and David - Regulatory Compliance Coordinator

8/19/2019

Regulatory Compliance Coordinator
Harry and David, Medford, OR

Harry & David is a leading gourmet gift company and a top 100 Internet Retailer. With a 75-year reputation for genuine farm-to-table freshness and unsurpassed quality, Harry & David is legendary for products such as the Fruit-of-the-Month Club® gifts, Royal Riviera® Pears, Oregold® Peaches, and Moose Munch® gourmet caramel popcorn made in our own confectionery. We are the nation's foremost purveyor of gourmet fruit and food gifts through our premier direct marketing and e-commerce techniques. We offer a great corporate culture, competitive salary, and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision. If you love our gourmet food as much as we do, you will also enjoy our generous employee discount on all of our delectable Harry & David products. Harry & David is part of the 1-800-Flowers.com Family of Brands (www.1800flowers.com).

The Regulatory Compliance Coordinator position is responsible for reviewing ingredients, components and preprinted packaging for accuracy as well as for incoming inspection. Assists with sensory evaluations and kitchen trials as requested. The Regulatory Compliance Coordinator will update and maintain records in the department databases and files.
Duties and Responsibilities

Review product information for accuracy, with regards to FDA labeling regulations and product specification sheets
Review Incoming Inspection reports and enter data into the appropriate software
Communicate product status with Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance team
File documents
Develop, compose and publish memorandums, reports, graphs and spreadsheets.
Perform various administrative support functions, including mail distribution, ordering office supplies and equipment, scheduling meetings, sending faxes, etc.
Other Duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High School diploma required, Associate of Science or additional higher education is desired, with course work in nutrition and/or food science
6 months to 3 years’ relative experience desired or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Detail oriented with experience in R&D or Quality Assurance functions within the food industry is a plus.
Working knowledge of FDA labeling regulations is desirable
Must be able to review, document and communicate data within a fast-paced environment.
Must possess extensive computer skills ability including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new technical tools.
1-2 years of related work experience in data entry, Access Databases and SAP is preferred
Willing to be flexible to constant changes from production schedules and overlapping demands
Strong organizational skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines with accurate and detailed results.
Must be able to pass a background check

To apply for the Regulatory Compliance Coordinator position, please email your cover letter and resume to Alyssa Wanjohi, SHRM-SCP at [email protected] or visit www.harryanddavid.com/h/careers

Production Supervisor, Food Processing, Prosser, WA (2 positions)Duties

8/9/2019

Supervisor will demonstrate their ability to lead a team, coach employees, teach skills, and direct work in a manner that supports and extends our company culture of integrity, safety, and excellence.
We are especially interested in talking to candidates with aseptic packaging experience in either a low-acid or high-acid environment.
Requirements

Industrial ingredient experience and a technical knowledge of production Strongly preferred. May include --

            - fruit juice concentrate and puree manufacture
            - vegetable juice concentrate and/or puree manufacture
            - other food production in a fluid plant such as milk
            - other food processing experience in fresh, frozen, and/or dried products will be considered

Demonstrated supervisory skills with a strong emphasis on fostering a team approach.
Ability to successfully manage employees in a positive union environment Bullet Points if needed.
BS/BA from an accredited college or university with major course work in Food Science, Science, Bacteriology or closely related field.
3-10 years’ experience in production and increasingly responsible supervisory positions. This is a position that requires production supervisor experience. This current position is not designed for a first-time production supervisor.
Technical knowledge of fruit/vegetable ingredient product production. Knowledge of fluid flow in a juice/puree production facility, strongly preferred.
Sound knowledge and experience with principles and practices of business administration including personnel practices, employment laws and fiscal management practices; and the appropriate methods and means of dealing with human behavior situations in a variety of circumstances.

Must be open to working alternate day and swing shifts with some graveyard hours.
Send Replies to
Connie Dorigan [email protected]
Please send your Resume as a Word.doc with the title of the position in the subject line.
You must be authorized to work in the United States

Plant Manager, Food Processing, Prosser, WA

8/9/2019

The Plant Manager directs and coordinates the production of high-quality products at a pre-scheduled volume with maximum efficiency through the effective assignment, monitoring, and management of Supervisors and hourly production, aseptic, blending and freezer employees. Coordinates communication and activities of the production facility including operations, maintenance, quality assurance, engineering, sales and administration.
The Plant Manager provides leadership and direction within the department. This position is expected to offer insight; make rapid, informed decisions; and provide experienced coaching and mentoring to crew members and Supervisors ensuring overall productivity, quality, safety, employee engagement and profitability for the company.Duties:

Responsible for managing the activities of Production and Operations Supervisors to ensure manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and a cost-effective manner.
Assists the Vice President Operation to coordinate and administer adequate plans for the control of plant operations. Such a plan provides profit planning, expense budgets, and saving opportunities, together with the necessary controls and procedures to affect the plan.
Coordinates communication between departments and operators. Facilitates information transfer at daily leader/shift change meetings. Freely initiates sharing information with other Production Supervisors, QA and Maintenance to ensure smooth operations.
Responsible for knowing the status of all products in process by reviewing and analyzing production, quality control, maintenance, and operational and production reports in order to keep operational delays to a minimum.
Compiles and enters post-production reports into the Navision system including tank movements, blends and packaging. Ensures all reports are thorough, accurate and timely. Establishes and maintains strong interdepartmental communication with Finance.

Requirements:

BS/BA from an accredited college or university with major course work in Food Science, Science, Bacteriology or closely related field. Master’s in business administration or management a plus. Experience may be substituted for a degree on a year for year basis.
10+ years’ experience in production and increasingly responsible supervisory positions.
10+ years technical knowledge of fruit product production. Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise. Aseptic packaging experience in either a low-acid or high-acid environment strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal health and safety regulations
Sound knowledge of business and management principles including budgeting, strategic planning, and resource allocation. Knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, inventory and stewardship processes.
Sound knowledge and experience with principles and practices of human resources including personnel practices, employment laws and fiscal management practices; and the appropriate methods and means of dealing with human behavior situations in a variety of circumstances.
Proven ability to recruit, train, and motivate personnel in order to balance staffing strength with profitability and growth. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of supervision and training.

Send Replies to
Connie Dorigan [email protected]
Please send your Resume as a Word.doc with the title of the position in the subject line.
You must be authorized to work in the United States

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