Food Safety Specialist - Japanese Bilingual Preferred

Job TitleFood Safety Specialist - Japanese Bilingual PreferredLocation: El Monte, California, United StatesSetup: OnsiteTerm: Fulltime and PermanentPay Ranges: $22.00 - $25.00/hrResponsibilities:Provides documents to customers when requested - spec sheet, raw material specifications (Origin, quality, standards of ingredients used in production), Audit Certificates (Audit Checklist, Certificate of Analysis - lab tests), letter of guarantee, etc.Develops and maintains Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) food safety plans, and prerequisite programs such as Sanitation, Good Manufacturing/Distribution Practice (GMP)'s for food storage and distribution, Food Defense, Recall, Allergen and Supplier Verification (Vendor's Program)Verifies imported products' labeling and ingredients; assure they are in compliance with US regulations.Prevents defects by investigating non-conformities, their root causes, and implementing corrective actionsEnsures all required documents are ready as scheduled for audits, HACCP verifications, and equipment calibrationsIdentifies solutions by analyzing product quality and food safety issuesInvestigates customer complaints about quality discrepancies and takes corrective actions; responds to customers in a timely mannerConducts monthly internal audits to discover any quality discrepancies; works closely with warehouse management to adapt corrective actions in time.Researches import regulations and required documents for products under USDA/APHIS/FSIS jurisdictionTravels frequently to support other branches to solve their safety related issues.Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hoursAttends semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekendOther duties as assignedPhysical Requirements:This role requires the ability to perform essential duties in a seated position for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.This role may require business travel by car and/or airplane. Travel requirements can be met with or without reasonable accommodation.This role requires the ability to perform computer-based tasks for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.This role may occasionally require reaching, bending, kneeling, and lifting items up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.Working Conditions:Work is performed indoors.The noise level may range from normal to loud.These conditions can be reasonably accommodated where neededOther Requirements:Business-level proficiency in English (spoken, written, reading, and listening) is required to perform essential job duties, such as [e.g., communicating with internal teams and clients].Business-level proficiency in Japanese (spoken, written, reading, and listening) is required due to [e.g., regular interaction with Japanese-speaking clients and documentation]Required to verify product labels in Japanese preferredMaintains a positive attitudeAble to work independently and as a teamAble to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workloadBachelor's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or other relevant studies strongly preferred4+ years of food safety or other relevant experience preferredKnowledge and Skills:Knowledge of food safety proceduresDemonstrates basic Microsoft Office proficiencyDemonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detailPossesses basic mathematical knowledge such as markups, discounts, counting inventory, weight and measurement conversions, combining, etc.Has strong communications and interpersonal skillsHas strong customer service and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred

Created: 2025-06-19