Quality Assistant

Minerva Foods is a leading exporter of beef in South America and also operates in the processed foods segment, supplying its products to more than 100 countries worldwide.

Local

Fort Lauderdale - FL

Presencial

Responsabilidades

• Assist in collecting, reviewing, and filing quality and regulatory documentation for imported food products
• Support maintenance of supplier files, including: Food Safety Documents and Statements GFSI certifications (SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000, etc.) Product specifications
• Enter and maintain data in quality databases, spreadsheets, or ERP systems
• Support preparation for USDA inspections, customer audits, and internal audits
• Assist with product complaint intake, documentation, and follow‑up
• Communicate with suppliers regarding missing or updated quality documentation
• Support internal teams (logistics, purchasing, sales) with quality‑related requests
• Perform basic review of labels and product information under supervision
• Maintain organized records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
• Receive and log quality claims and customer complaints related to imported food products
• Track claim status, corrective actions, and close‑out documentation under supervision

Requisitos

• Associate or bachelor's degree (or in progress) in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in quality assurance, regulatory, or food industry support roles (preferred).
• Demonstrate basic understanding of food safety and food quality principles (preferred).
• Familiarity with USDA regulations and FSMA is a plus (preferred).
• Experience in customer service.
• Fluent English (Spanish, Portuguese strong plus).
• High‑energy, proactive attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow in the food safety and quality field
• Demonstrates curiosity and a willingness to ask questions to understand processes, regulations, and quality requirements
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast‑paced import and regulatory environment with changing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation and recordkeeping
• Organized and reliable, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with internal teams and suppliers
• Team‑oriented mindset with a willingness to support others and take on new responsibilities
• Ability to follow established procedures while remaining open to process improvements
• Basic analytical skills to identify missing information or inconsistencies in quality records
• Comfortable working with databases, spreadsheets, and document management systems

Benefícios

• Vacation Days PTO
• 401K
• Health, Dental, and Vision
• and more...

Processo seletivo

• Cadastro
• Interview HR
• Manager Interview
• Offer
• Contratação

Sobre a empresa

Minerva Foods is a leading exporter of beef in South America and also operates in the processed foods segment, supplying its products to more than 100 countries worldwide.

In addition to Brazil, Minerva Foods has operations in Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, and Colombia, as well as specialized lamb facilities in Australia and Chile.

With 46 industrial units, we provide healthy and nutritious products to customers around the globe through our 23 distribution centers and 18 international offices.

At Minerva Foods, we believe that professional growth goes hand in hand with the development of the company.

With internal opportunities, we encourage our talents to expand their horizons, take on new challenges, and continuously develop within the company.

Benefícios Adicionais

• Vacation Days PTO
• 401K
• Health, Dental, and Vision
• and more...