RECENT GRADUATES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! Do you have experience in Food Production and Safety? Are you able to work independently and handle quality and customer issues? Randstad is currently recruiting for a Food Safety Specialist opportunity at a company in Tampa, FL. It is a fast-paced environment with a professional team. The position is in Tampa, FL. Pay Rate: $75,000/yr 1st Shift 6am - 2pm M-F Candidates must have: 1-5 years of Food Safety & Quality Control experience Ability to match/detect differences between colors Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) & HAACP Knowledge of BRC, SQF, or other GSFI certification Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Chemistry, or a related field REQUIRED If you feel you are a good match for this position and have the required experience, please submit your resume today for immediate consideration! Natasha.Cummings@randstadusa.com Corey.Whiting@randstadusa.comsalary: $74,000 - $75,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 6 AM - 2 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilitiesThe Food Safety Specialist is responsible for coordinating & implementing all procedures, policies, & programs related to BRC (GFSI), HACCP. Will handle regulatory requirements, customers’ needs related to food safety & quality, third-party audits, & regulatory audits. Reports to the QA Manager & is an integral member of the overall plant operation in Tampa, Florida. Assist in managing & administering the company’s BRC Issue 9 program, & the related HACCP program, while ensuing compliance w/ GMPs Manage product testing w/ 3rd party labs For any customer complaints/claims- coordinate the internal investigation w/ our production facility managers, as well as the identification of corrective actions, root cause, & crafting the response for the customer Manage our library of technical documents (technical data sheets, SDS, product label templates) Complete customer documentation requests related to food safety Be the back up to the quality & food safety manager Coordinate the shipment of sample requests for customers Review & enhance current document management processes Knowledge of BRC, SQF or other GSFI certification Verbal communication skills & organizational skills Ability to climb stairs/ladders Education: Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Chemistry, or related field REQUIRED Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control Ability to match/detect differences between colors Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) & HAACP The essential functions of this role include:manual lifting up to 25lbsSkillsGMPHAACPBRC, SQF, GSFI CertificationHACCPFood SafetyQuality ControlQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.