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Food Safety Coordinator
Tillamook County Creamery Association
Operations
Decatur, IL, USA
USD 27.51-27.51 / hour
Posted on Apr 23, 2026
Food Safety Coordinator
Come join the Tillamook Team, one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, where we Play to Win to create over 200 dairy products in 7 different categories: cheese, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, butter, cream cheese and frozen meals.
Our Uncompromising Quality has led us to become the #1 Cheddar, #2 Cream Cheese and #3 Family Size Ice Cream brand, but we’re not stopping there. We’re loading up for our best years to come and want you to join us.
As a farmer-owned cooperative since 1909, we know that being Good Stewards for our stakeholders and doing a little extra always pays off. We’re looking for team members with a One Team and Genuine Care mindset who are inspired to share the delight of the Tillamook brand with each other and others every day.
What you will do:
The Food Safety Coordinator plays a vital role in maintaining and improving food safety standards within our organization. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring food safety programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and industry best practices. The coordinator will serve as the primary point of contact for food safety matters and will work closely with production, quality assurance, and management teams to promote a culture of food safety excellence.
Here’s a day in the life:
Develop, update, and maintain food safety policies, procedures, and documentation in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., FDA, USDA, HACCP, FSMA).
Conduct regular food safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Coordinate and lead food safety training programs for staff at all levels, ensuring ongoing education and awareness of proper food handling practices.
Investigate food safety incidents, non-conformances, and customer complaints; implement corrective and preventive actions as needed.
Monitor and verify sanitation and hygiene practices throughout the facility, including equipment cleaning and pest control.
Oversee the maintenance of records related to food safety, traceability, and regulatory compliance.
Assist with management during 3rd party inspections and audits.
Stay up-to-date with emerging food safety regulations, technologies, and industry trends.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to food safety and quality management systems.
Utilizes LIMS, D365, and RedZone to log Quality Control tests, verify item completion, lookup inventory and product/ingredient dispositions, and create purchase orders.
Trained in QA and lab functions to substitute when needed.
Demonstrate reliable and predictable attendance on site.
Other duties as assigned.
Pay Information:
This is an hourly position with a starting wage of $ $27.51.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
High school diploma is required. Associate degree and/or food or dairy science coursework is preferred. Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Public Health, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is a plus.
Minimum 1 year of experience in food safety, quality assurance, or a related role within the food industry.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards (e.g., HACCP, GMP, SQF, BRC).
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to lead training and interface with diverse teams.
Attention to detail and strong analytical/problem-solving abilities.
Certification in food safety (e.g., HACCP, PCQI, ServSafe) preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and experience with food safety management software is a plus.
Working Conditions
Work will require time on the production floor, working with chemicals), exposure to food processing environments, time in office spaces, and occasional off-shift or weekend hours for audits or training sessions.
Production floor may have uneven floors, stairs, and wet surfaces. Employees work in areas with forklifts and other heavy equipment; and in areas with fluctuating temperatures, including freezers, refrigerated areas, hot and ambient
Entering the worksite and traveling between levels in the worksite will require frequent use of stairs.
Some domestic travel may be required for external audits, training, or industry events.
Physical requirements:
Sitting
Standing and/or walking
Lifting 25 lbs
Vision for machine or computer operations
Hearing
Ability to climb stairs
Industry leading benefit and reward programs:
We offer a best-in-class benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth:
Health Coverage: Low premiums for medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement: 401(k) with 100% match on the first 6% you contribute.
Wellness Support: Up to $420 annually for fitness-related expenses.
Time Off: Competitive vacation, 10 paid holidays, birthday off, Heritage Day, and paid volunteer time.
Family Support: Pet insurance and inclusive family-forming benefits including adoption assistance.
Education: Financial assistance for online degrees, tuition reimbursement, and access to Rosetta Stone.
Extra Perks: Yum Bucks for free Tillamook products, birthday gifts, employee discounts, and more.
Join a team that values purpose, collaboration, and care—for each other and our communities. Learn more at www.tillamook.com/careers.
We are committed to creating a diverse culture and inclusive conditions where all employees are heard, valued and feel a sense of belonging. We rely on different perspectives, thoughts, backgrounds and cultures to inform our work, to help us be better as a brand and as an employer and to fuel our success. We are seeking talent from a wide range of diversity, perspectives, and backgrounds to join our exceptional organization and help us build our future.
Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) is a Drug-Free Workplace. EEO
TCCA prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability status (including those related to pregnancy and childbirth), protected veteran status, membership/non-membership in a labor organization, or any other characteristic protected by law.