JBT Research and Technology Center in Riverside Receives Global Quality Management Certification

JBT Corporation has been certified by the Safe Quality Food Institute and the International Organization for Standardization for its Research and Technology Center in Riverside, California.

JBT’s Research and Technology Center in Riverside is committed to conducting thorough research using sound protocol development, scientific methodology, and statistical analysis of results. One crucial step in the product development process involves a hands-on scale-up process to confirm that laboratory observations can be applied in real-world production and industry settings. As a result, this facility provides dependable products and services to the fresh produce industry.

The SQF Program is a leading, global food safety and quality certification and management system that is known for its globally benchmarked food safety and quality program. The Riverside facility received SQF Certification by achieving an Excellent audit rating, assuring their products meet the highest possible global food safety standards.

This site-based certification focuses on the Research and Technology Center’s Post-Harvest Coating Waxes and Produce Identification Labels. This results in JBT’s Fresh Produce Technologies providing cutting-edge labels, coatings, cleaners, and decay control products that enhance appearance, improve arrivals, and minimize loss during produce transport.

The ISO 9001:2015 standard centers around quality management systems and their effectiveness. Originally introduced in 1987 and revised in 2015, this standard provides guidance to organizations on how to establish a risk management system. A useful tool to add credibility, ISO certification demonstrates that products and services meet the expectations of customers via fundamental concepts and principles which are universally applicable. As a result, organizations can enhance their communication, operational efficiency, customer focus, and employee engagement.

JBT is a full-service partner with the ability to help customers with their equipment, products, and employee training. The recent certifications endorse JBT’s expertise and knowledge in the industry, and their ability to support customers in reaching their goals. Their team of world-class experts can optimize existing equipment, test new products and packaging concepts, and ensure that customer employees receive the necessary training to maximize quality, safety, yield, and throughput.

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