Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician
About The Position
Smithfield is a company that is sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Tests and inspects products and equipment at various stages of the production process. Monitors employee practices for conformance to quality and food safety standards. Maintains quality of products by performing the following duties.
Requirements
- Must wear required PPE.
- Must be certified to operate any PIT.
- Must be LTT certified and follow all LTT procedures.
Nice To Haves
- If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.
Responsibilities
- Monitor food quality and food safety programs including but not limited to SSOP, SQF, HACCP, Pre-Requisite Programs, QCP’s and CQCP’s.
- Performs process audits for verification of compliance to programs/policies for Smithfield Foods with the entire facility and SQF Level 3 by completing required documentation.
- Ensures audit compliance with all food safety and quality policies, GMPs, HACCP, Pre-requisite programs, and SQF Level 3.
- Adheres compliance to the net weight program.
- Product Quality audits on all products produced to ensure meeting specification requirements.
- Collect shelf-life and water samples as needed.
- Collect daily product evaluation samples as needed.
- Smithfield Food Safety Policy 13 and 14 (USDA) sampling and compliance.
- Perform end of shift organizational duties and maintain proper housekeeping throughout the shift.
- Must be responsible for assigned radio and must follow proper radio etiquette.
- Follow GMPs, Safety and Quality Assurance rules and procedures.
- Must wear required PPE.
- Report any concerns to a member of management.
- Must be certified to operate any PIT.
- Must be LTT certified and follow all LTT procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Industry-leading wages
- Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $24.30/hour
- $.50/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Retirement Benefits
- Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- Relocation Package Available
- Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
- LinkedIn Learning access
- Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
- Leadership development initiatives
- Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
- Education Reimbursement Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
