FSQA Technician 5 - 1st shift - Vicksburg Plant

Tyson Farms • Vicksburg, MS

3d

About The Position

As a FSQA Tech, you will help ensure high standards of food safety and quality at the Vicksburg Plant. The role involves inspecting products and plant systems, recording and calculating results, and taking corrective action when needed. This includes notifying appropriate personnel about process adjustments, identifying and isolating non-conforming products, and reporting results to management. Additional assignments may be given as requested.

The work takes place in a food manufacturing environment and requires use of specified safety equipment. The position requires lifting up to 75 pounds, standing on hard surfaces for up to 12 hours per day, working in temperatures typically ranging from 30–90°F and in wet conditions, and performing repetitive movements. Overtime and weekend work may be required. Lock Out Tag Out certification is required for the position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience in the food manufacturing industry or related Quality Assurance experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skills to complete Tyson paperwork.
• Ability to lead by example and motivate the hourly workforce.
• Good problem-identification and problem-solving skills.
• Math and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret product specifications.
• Ability to function well under stress.
• Flexibility to work where and when needed.
• Willingness and ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand on a hard surface for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to work in temperatures typically ranging from 30–90°F and in a wet environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive bending, reaching, squatting, gripping, pushing, and pulling, and to reach frequently at high and low levels.
• Ability to climb step ladders and/or stairs.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Lock Out Tag Out certification is required.
• Successful candidates must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and visual inspections of products and plant systems.
• Document and calculate results accurately.
• Alert appropriate personnel when processes need adjustment.
• Identify, segregate, and isolate non-conforming products.
• Report results to management.
• Handle additional assignments as requested.
• Use required safety equipment and follow factory-floor restrictions.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Prescription drug benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED