Specialist, Quality - Grain

For assistance on how to apply, please click hereJob DescriptionAbout The Andersons, Inc. The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture and renewable fuels company that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com.Position OverviewThe Specialist, Quality – Grain role supports the Plant Supervisor in ensuring all food safety and quality objectives are met while reinforcing a strong food safety culture across the site. This position serves as a subject‑matter expert for HACCP, PCQI, and SQF requirements, owning the daily execution and continuous improvement of the site’s Quality Management System. Responsibilities include managing sanitation, environmental monitoring, audits, and investigations, validating food safety testing, and ensuring regulatory and customer compliance. This role is ideal for a confident, solutions‑oriented quality professional who are comfortable working independently, influencing the facility, and standing firm on food safety standards.Key Responsibilities Assist Plant Supervisor to ensure food safety/quality objectives are metEnsure plant sanitation efforts are effective and documentedManage the daily needs of the assigned site’s Safe Quality Food (SQF) based Quality Management SystemPerform investigational process to prevent and eliminate microbiological concernsManage the site’s integrated environmental management programPerform customer service complaint investigationsLead the plant in maintaining SQF certification statusCreate and update plant food safety and quality programs, as neededComplete needed internal audits of facility and grounds, as well as traceability audits and mock recallsInvestigate food safety incidents, discuss related issues and prepare plans for improvementMonitor and manage the plant’s Integrated Pest Control ProgramMonitor incoming packaging, ingredients etc. for deficiencies and communicate any issuesVerify and validate all daily food safety and quality tests are being performedManage finished product and raw material status through the company’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systemWhat is Expected of You and Others at This LevelPerforms routine, entry-level assignmentsKnowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts gained through education and/or experienceDevelops competence by performing structured work assignmentsUses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problemsReceives instruction, guidance and directionSELF LEADER COMPETENCIES Competencies Expected Of You And Others At This LevelCustomer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives Values Differences - Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty. Integrity and authenticity Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable for meeting commitments Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations Minimum Qualifications And SkillsBachelor’s Degree required (or the equivalent in work experience)1-3 years’ relevant experience requiredPhysical Requirements and Working EnvironmentBoth office and plant environmentMay be required to travel to other Andersons sites to assist in internal auditsUsually work a standard work week (normal business hours), but may be required to work overtime hoursExtensive computer workFrequent deadline pressuresManage numerous projects in progress at any given timeComply with all Andersons safety regulationsExposure to machinery, forklifts and related production equipmentThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles. #IND123Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons, Inc. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.Note: The Andersons, Inc. conducts drug, alcohol and/or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position. A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at talentacquisition@andersonsinc.com.We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.PHISHING SCAM WARNING: The Andersons is aware of the continued increase of phishing scams, leveraging various methods of attack via email, text, voice and social media. Please note that The Andersons only uses company email addresses, which contain “@andersonsinc.com”, to communicate with candidates via email. If you are contacted by someone about an open job at The Andersons, please verify the domain of the sender’s email address and that they are asking you to apply on this website. If you believe you’ve been a victim of a phishing scam, please visit the Department of Homeland Security’s Cyber Smart website to learn how to report it.