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Food Technologist/Labeling Specialist

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Food Technologist/Labeling Specialist

Posted – 4.24.24

Target Pay Range:

$65,000 – $80,000/year, depending on level of relevant experience and qualifications

Employment Classification:

Full-Time

About us:

Headquartered in Vernon, CA, we are a premium full spectrum manufacturer and distributor of fine food and beverage products. Family owned and operated since 1977, our Company offers more than 4,000 products to a variety of customers in both the foodservice and retail channels. We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Submit labels to the USDA and keep USDA approvals on file.
  • Review and revise product labels to comply with USDA/FDA regulations.
  • Create and update in-house Product Specification Sheets as well as Product Specification sheets for customers.
  • Manage files of Suppliers Product Specification Sheets, Letter of Guarantees, and COAs, claim substantiation documents and records.
  • Create nutritional facts panels using USDA nutrient database and/or Genesis software.
  • Keep records of product, component, and ingredient assembly information.
  • Create formulation sheets for production.
  • Work cross functionally with operations, QA, production, marketing, and sales to ensure compliance on label and packaging and facilitate new product launches.
  • Work with chefs, culinary consultants, and agencies in taking recipes from concept to production.
  • Maintain working knowledge of and follow industry regulations and customer requirements in development and commercialization of products.
  • Develop specifications for all raw materials, process controls, and finished goods.
  • Independently review changes in products, product specifications, and manufacturing processes to evaluate regulatory implications of the change. Advise team and implement changes accordingly.
  • Represent Regulatory Affairs in project team meetings to guide regulatory compliance during product development and launch.
  • Analyze changing regulatory requirements and their impact on the organization.
  • Coordinate, review, and manage regulatory documents to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
  • Ensuring that the internal regulatory department database for new products is kept updated with back up information for all formulations to ensure that all necessary paper work is available for labeling, and registration.
  • Successfully assist the company during several annual external regulatory examination and audits covering compliances of BRC, FSIS, USDA, Organic and FDA standards
  • Develop, implement, and manage risk assessments for suppliers, raw materials, ingredients and packaging, and assist in periodically evaluating and updating the organization action plan to address risks.
  • Manage regulatory approval process for marketing/advertising material and packaging to ensure accuracy of claims/labeling and compliance with regulations related to food, food safety, specifications, product usage, nutrition, and health claims in the USA.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • BA/BS in Food Science, Applied Science, Nutrition, or Business
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in food labeling and regulations (both USDA and FDA as well as NIST, CBP, FTC)
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the food and beverage industry
  • Strong organizational, analytical, critical thinking, communication, are required.
  • Strong working knowledge of food Federal, State and Local regulations with specific emphasis on nutritional labeling food ingredients under both USDA and FDA.
  • Must be proficient in knowledge of food processing, preparation, quality assurance and quality control with extensive and proven record in maintaining the highest standards of documentation, applications of regulatory requirements and policies in the USA.
  • Knowledge of physical properties and chemical composition of food and ingredients.
  • Project management experience in a team setting to work effectively in accomplishing company and department objectives under tight deadlines.
Benefits Overview:
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401k

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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    Corporate Paralegal

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    Corporate Paralegal

    Posted – 4.24.24

    Target Pay Range:

    $30.00-$36.00/hour, depending on level of relevant experience and qualifications

    Employment Classification:

    Full-Time

    About us:

    The Corporate Paralegal will assist with a variety of contract matters, including drafting, reviewing, and revising legal documents, such as NDAs, broker agreements and vendor agreements. Many of the agreements start from saved templates. The primary role of the Corporate Paralegal will be to intake all tasks from the business teams and maintain a list of open tasks and make sure that they are completed by the legal department. This role will also input all signed agreements into the contract management software and calendar all milestones and deadlines. Lastly, this role will maintain all corporate entities filed in CA, NV and DE and file all statements of information, as well as draft resolutions and general certificates.

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Manage the contract management software and upload and populate key milestones and deliverable and set reminders
    • Entity formation, dissolution, periodic entity maintenance. Obtain EIN. Filing online renewals and set reminders in contract database
    • NDA review, redline and finalize for all business units
    • Sales Representative (Broker) Agreements 
    • Distributor Agreements
    •  Commercial contracts/agreements – first level analysis
    • Various special research projects as assigned
    • Update/create organizational charts 
    • Conduct tasks associated with the handling of proprietors’ personal affairs demonstrating confidentiality and a high standard of professionalism
    • Other duties as assigned
    Qualifications and Experience:
    • Bachelor’s degree is a preferred
    • Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization and demonstrate a team-oriented work style
    • Ability to effectively handle shifting priorities and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
    • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
    • Demonstrated problem solving skills
    • CA Notary License is a plus
    Benefits Overview:
    • Holiday Pay
    • Paid Time Off
    • Health Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Accident Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • 401k

    Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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      Corporate Recruiter/HR Coordinator

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      Corporate Recruiter/HR Coordinator
      Posted – 4.24.24
      Target Pay Range:

      $30.00-$35.00/hour; depending on level of relevant experience and qualifications

      About us:

      Headquartered in Vernon, CA, we are a premium full spectrum manufacturer and distributor of fine food and beverage products. Family owned and operated since 1977, our Company offers more than 4,000 products to a variety of customers in both the foodservice and retail channels. We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices.

      Duties and Responsibilities:
      Support all aspects of recruiting for the Company including but not limited to:
      •  Locate qualified, potential applicants using databases or online job posting boards 
      • Communicate with potential applicants by phone, email, or in person
      •  Screen resumes and interview candidates for various positions within an organization 
      • Create job announcements that list requirements for each job, such as desired work experience, education, and job skills 
      • Apply principles of behavioral interviewing to access the qualifications of candidates 
      • Investigate referrals and references sources to formulate a well-rounded view of applicants 
      • Establish and maintain professional relationships with colleges and local organizations to participate in job fairs or networking events 
      • Prepare attracting hiring packages and communicate with selected applicants to offer employment 
      • Make staffing / hiring recommendation • Set key recruiting policies 
      • Negotiate salary and benefits with candidates 
      • Communicate with managers cross-functionally to coordinate and schedule interviews 
      • Exercise discretion or independent judgment on a regular basis, including but not limited to, by recruiting, interviewing, negotiating compensation, and recommending to hire candidates. 
      • Support all aspects of the Human Resources Department in administrative tasks such as data entry, organizing, scanning, labeling, and filing HR documents 
      • Assist with the day-to-day efficient operations of the HR office 
      • Maintain employee confidence and protects operations by keeping human resource information confidential 
      • Maintain accurate record-keeping of all applicants and retention files for required period 
      • Maintain quality service by following organization standards • Enforce company policies through effective and efficient communication 
      • Other duties as assigned
      Qualifications & Experience:
      • Education requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources preferred
      • Minimum 3 years of experience in recruiting, within the manufacturing industry is preferred.
      • Good communication skills, attention to detail, and strong organizing skills
      • Must be able to exercise good judgement
      • Significant recruiting experience for a high-volume organization, agency, or executive search firm strongly preferred
      • Willingness to use cold or warm calling methods to recruit or research potential applicants
      • Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and social media applications
      • Excellent analytical skills to track metrics and interpret data for strategic recruiting campaigns
      • A professional, courteous demeanor on the phone and in-person
      • An impeccable public image, including on social media
      • Strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to network and establish professional relationships
      • Availability to travel within the United States to attend job fairs and networking events
      • Ability to work under pressure and prioritize in a demanding, fast-paced environment with strict deadlines
      • Proficiency in MS Windows with MS Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
      • Ability to demonstrate good common sense and sound judgment
      • Ability to perform well in a fast-paced work environment

      Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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        Payroll Manager

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        Payroll Manager

        Posted – 4.24.24

        Target Pay Range:

        $90,000-$105,000/year, depending on level of relevant experience and qualifications

        Employment Classification:

        Full-Time

        About us:

        Headquartered in Vernon, CA, we are a premium full spectrum manufacturer and distributor of fine food and beverage products. Family owned and operated since 1977, our Company offers more than 4,000 products to a variety of customers in both the foodservice and retail channels. We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices.

        Duties and Responsibilities:
        • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and payroll tax obligations
        • Complete payroll reports for record-keeping purposes and managerial review
        • Ensure other Legal responsibilities and Legal Postings Requirements in the workplace
        • Reconcile payroll prior transmission and validate confirmed reports
        • Manage and maintain payroll records and files
        • Manage the Payroll team but supervising, assigning, and delegating tasks to team members
        • Manage full-cycle multi-state payroll for exempt, non-exempt employees
        • Manage employee wage garnishment, tax levy and support orders
        • Maintains employee confidence & protects operations by keeping HR information confidential
        • Coordinate Termination of Employment Procedures and conduct exit interviews
        • Participate in the employee performance review and facilitate employee disciplinary procedures
        • Other duties as assigned
        Qualifications and Experiences:
        • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related fields
        • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Payroll
        • Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers’ compensation, Medicare, OBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirements.
        • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
        • Proficiency in MS Windows with MS Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
        • ADPWFN and AsureSoftware Time Keeping System knowledge/experience preferred
        • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
        • Ability to work well with all levels of management
        • Ability to demonstrate good common sense and sound judgment
        • Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines
        • Ability to perform well in a fast-paced work environment
        Benefits Overview:
        • Holiday PayPaid Time Off
        • Health Insurance
        • Vision Insurance
        • Dental Insurance
        • Life Insurance
        • Accident Insurance
        • 401k

        Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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          Project Lifecycle Manager

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          Project Lifecycle Manager

          Posted – 11.28.22

          Target Pay Range:

          $95,000-$110,000/year, depending on level of relevant experience and qualifications

          Employment Classification:

          Full-Time

          About us:

          Headquartered in Vernon, CA, we are a premium full spectrum manufacturer and distributor of fine food and beverage products. Family owned and operated since 1977, our Company offers more than 4,000 products to a variety of customers in both the foodservice and retail channels. We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices.

          This associate will manage projects from kick-off to post-launch review for new product development to continuous improvement. The heart of the role is an experienced cross-functional team leader who understands the different teams’ roles and shepherd projects through the critical path. This individual will be responsible for driving team success from benchtop to production working in lockstep with the other department managers.

          Ideal candidate is passionate about teamwork, loves detail, communicates clearly and concisely, and anticipates potential roadblocks and helps formulate solutions with the team. Candidate would preferably have direct experience in the food manufacturing industry and must have direct experience in leading cross-functional teams in project management. This is not an entry level position and at least 5 years of experience is required to be successful in this role.

          This individual is supported in their deliverables by Marketing, Sales, Finance, Operations, QA, Engineering/Maintenance, and the Culinary and R&D teams. This position functions within a fast-paced environment of creative energy, novel product designs, processing innovation, and the opportunity for professional growth in a rapidly growing company.

          Duties and Responsibilities:
          • Technical Job Functions:
            • Lead cross-functional teams in delivering projects from concept to shelf including: defining scope, identifying stakeholders, planning time and resources, executing plan, monitoring progress, identifying issues, communicating updates to all levels and conducting post launch reviews
            • Responsible for driving timelines and deliverables by collaborating with team resources
            • Plan and lead cross-functional team meetings
            • Identify issues as they arise and facilitate resolutions within the project team
            • Lead preparation of comprehensive project documentation to enable smooth development, commercialization and market entry
          • Other duties as assigned
          Qualifications and Experience:
          • Bachelor’s degree from four-year college, either arts or sciences is acceptable
          • Min 5 years experience in food CPG or manufacturing, managing product launches
          • Strong computer skills and technological savvy is essential
          • Project lifecycle management experience in a CPG companyKnowledge of food processing and the CPG industry
          • Excellent organizational skills and time management
          • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
          • Ability to bring out the best in fellow team members and display leadership qualities
          • Thorough understanding of stage-gates, critical paths, cross-functional roles
          • Timeline and product lifecycle management
          • Minimal travel may be required
          • Ideal candidate must be able to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions. Draft memos and correspondence with ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to leadership, customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
          • WORK ENVIRONMENT
            • The individual will handle and is exposed to common food allergens and sensitive materials, such as soy, wheat, gluten, dairies, seafood, nuts, sulfites, etc.

          Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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            Demand Planning Director

            Posted on | by Traffic Digital
            Demand Planning Director

            Posted – 4.24.24

            Target Pay:

            $133,910/yr

            About us:

            Headquartered in Vernon, CA, we are a premium full spectrum manufacturer and distributor of fine food and beverage products. Family owned and operated since 1977, our Company offers more than 4,000 products to a variety of customers in both the foodservice and retail channels. We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices.

            Duties and Responsibilities:
            • Understand purchasing and consumption habits of customers
            • ensure accurate demand estimation
            • manage corporate demand planning and forecast
            • build and maintain a 12-month operational sales forecast per product
            • analyze financial trends vs. forecasts construction
            • create new product forecasts
            • maintain supply planning processes, communicate and gain alignment with cross-functional leaders to improve quality by studying trends, seasonality & historical performance.
            Minimum qualifications:

            MS in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, or Finance. 2 years of experience as Demand Planning Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or related. Experience with demand planning, purchasing and vendor management, Sales & Operations Planning, inventory management, data analysis, and forecast modeling.

            Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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