• 正社員
  • 土木・建設・製造

Quality Associate (QA/QC - Food Manufacturing, Brewery)

TAKARA SAKE USA INC

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Takara Sake USA is a sake brewery located in Berkeley, CA, producing premium sake and sake-based seasoning products for national and international markets. We are seeking a Quality Associate to join our Quality Control & Quality Assurance (QC & QA) team in a food manufacturing environment. If you’re passionate about food safety, quality assurance, and learning the craft behind traditional sake brewing, we encourage you to apply and grow with our team.

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募集要項
雇用形態 正社員
募集職種 土木・建設・製造
使用言語 英語/日本語
募集人数 若干名
勤務地 708 Addison Street, Berkeley (Southwest Berkeley), California, 94710 アメリカ合衆国
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勤務時間 08:00～16:30
仕事内容 This position combines responsibilities commonly held by QA Associates and Quality Technicians. As part of a small but diverse brewery, this position plays a significant part in food safety, quality assurance, and compliance activities, while offering hands-on experience with sake and its brewing processes.

Position Overview
Reporting to the QC & QA Manager, the Quality Associate plays a key role in building and maintaining food safety systems, regulatory compliance, laboratory operations, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage responsibilities independently with minimal supervision.
Successful candidates have prior experience in food manufacturing QA/QC and demonstrate a high level of professional integrity. Candidates are expected to follow established procedures rigorously, identify opportunities for improvement, and communicate clearly and professionally across teams in a multicultural, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This is an on-site, full-time position. Remote work is not available.

Key Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance
• Develop, maintain, and improve quality management system (QMS) documents, including SOPs, forms, questionnaires, and check sheets, to ensure compliance with FDA, TTB, state, and certification requirements
• Conduct internal quality audits in production areas, prepare reports, and track CAPAs
• Participate in customer complaint handling activities, including investigations and report writing
• Support audits and inspections by certifying and regulatory agencies (e.g., Organic, Kosher, CDPH)
Training & Cross-Functional Support
• Provide food safety and quality training to production staff in multilingual formats
• Provide backup support to the QA Assistant when needed
Laboratory & Data Support
• Support laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance and product testing, in compliance with established procedures
• Review, manage, and interpret in-house laboratory data to support quality decisions
• Prepare, review, and issue Certificates of Analysis (COAs) accurately and on schedule
• Manage laboratory supplies and sample logistics, including sample preparation, shipping, and data tracking
Supplier, Customer & Labeling Support
• Support supplier approval and monitoring activities
• Respond to customer quality inquiries, issue quality and compliance documents, and maintain records
• Support product labeling compliance, including label content review and filing
給与 時給 USD $28.00 ～ USD $32.00
昇給・賞与 Summer and Winter Bonuses
待遇・福利厚生 401K
Retirement Plan
Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)
FSA
Paid Time Off
Employee Discount

会社概要
会社名TAKARA SAKE USA INC
ホームページhttps://www.takarasake.com/

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応募資格Required Qualifications & Personal Attributes
• BS in Microbiology or a related scientific field (Biology, Chemistry, or similar)
• Prior experience in QA/QC within food manufacturing, with strong working knowledge of food safety and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (MOS Excel Associate or equivalent)
• Proficiency in Japanese for verbal and written communication
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements in production environments
• Strong professional ethic: dependable, detail-focused, organized, and accountable
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple responsibilities without constant oversight
• Adaptable mindset with a practical, problem-solving approach
• Receptive to feedback and committed to maintaining high professional standards

Physical Requirements
• Ability to push products up to 100 lbs. using a utility cart
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to laboratory table
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
• Ability to bend, squat, and reach overhead as required in production and laboratory settings
掲載期間 : 2026年04月09日(木)～2026年05月10日(日)
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