Food Safety Quality and Regulatory Technician I
About The Position
The Food Safety Quality and Regulatory (FSQR) Technician I supports compliance by helping ensure products meet USDA-FSIS, company, and customer requirements. The technician works closely with production operations and USDA-FSIS inspectors to prepare products for inspection, monitor compliance activities, and support a safe food manufacturing environment. The role is based in Fort Morgan, Colorado, with a first shift schedule of 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and compensation of $26.75 per hour. Work takes place in a fast-paced production setting that may be cold or warm and requires PPE. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be requested.
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to work with weights, measurements, and production information.
- Basic knowledge of safe food handling practices.
- Ability to use hooks and other job-related tools safely and effectively.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Previous beef or protein processing experience.
- Experience in food safety, quality assurance, or regulatory compliance, or working with USDA-FSIS inspectors or regulatory agencies.
- Bilingual skills in English and Spanish.
- Ability to learn and apply technical food safety, quality, and regulatory procedures.
- Work history in the last 12 months.
Responsibilities
- Monitor USDA-FSIS regulatory activities and plant compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements, working with USDA-FSIS inspectors and plant operations personnel.
- Perform food safety and quality monitoring activities throughout production to ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory standards.
- Conduct product, process, and sanitation verifications, and accurately document inspection results, deviations, and corrective actions.
- Perform physical tasks including standing for long periods, climbing, bending, and twisting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
- Follow all safety, food safety, and regulatory policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
