Quality Assurance Baker - 2nd Shift

About the role

Puratos is hiring a Quality Assurance Baker for its Rochester, NY facility (Pennant Ingredients) on the 2nd shift. The role evaluates the quality, consistency, functionality and food safety of raw materials, in-process products and finished goods through bake testing and quality verification, supporting product quality initiatives and working with Production, R&D and Quality teams.

Key responsibilities

• Perform bake tests according to formulas, recipes and customer specifications, and evaluate finished products for appearance, texture, flavor, volume, color and performance
• Conduct analytical testing such as pH and moisture, and record results in quality databases
• Verify compliance with GMPs, SOPs, BRC requirements and food safety programs, and inspect raw materials, packaging and labels
• Maintain retain samples and logs, apply hold tags, and calibrate and verify laboratory equipment
• Take part in investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions and continuous improvement, and support internal, customer and regulatory audits
• Keep the bake lab and workstations clean and organized, and communicate quality concerns promptly

Required profile

• Minimum: high school or GED; preferred: associate's or bachelor's degree in Food Science, Baking Science, Quality Assurance, Microbiology or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of bakery, food manufacturing, quality assurance or related experience
• Knowledge of baking principles, food safety systems (GMP, HACCP, BRC), and ability to follow formulas and procedures accurately
• Ability to analyze quality data, document accurately, and work independently with multiple priorities
• Physical demands include frequent standing, lifting up to 25 pounds and working around manufacturing equipment, dust, noise and allergens

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry systems
• Knowledge of SAP or similar manufacturing systems is preferred
• Previous experience in a BRC-certified food manufacturing environment is preferred

Compensation is hourly, from $20.00 to $24.00 depending on skills and experience. The position is permanent and full time.