Food Safety Quality and Regulatory Technician I - US Union BVA

Cargill•Fort Morgan, CO

5d•Onsite

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 role 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 position is based in Fort Morgan, Colorado, and is full time on the second shift, from 3:30 PM to 11:00 PM. Compensation is $26.75 per hour. The 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. Benefits are based on the collective bargaining agreement. Relocation reimbursement is not included.

Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Basic math skills, including 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 experience 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 throughout production to ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory standards.
Conduct product, process, and sanitation verifications, documenting inspection results, deviations, and corrective actions accurately and completely.
Perform physical tasks in a fast-paced, cold or warm production setting while wearing required PPE, 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.