Harvest QA Technician A-Shift

Jbs Usa • Grand Island, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Harvest QA Technician is responsible for auditing, documenting, and enforcing USDA and facility regulations to ensure food safety and quality program compliance. This role involves monitoring Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and performing Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) procedures. The technician will work with the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)/USDA, assist in data gathering for investigations, and monitor meat product Acceptable Quality Limit (AQL) standards with production associates. Additionally, the role includes maintaining lab equipment and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Must be able to work flexible hours, overtime and some weekends.
• Must be willing to learn all aspects of food safety.
• Must have strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Must be willing to work in both hot and cold environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Auditing, documenting and enforcing USDA and facility regulations.
• Perform checks and verifications to ensure food safety and quality program is being followed.
• Monitor SOPs, SSOPs, GMPs and perform HACCP procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
• Work with FSIS/USDA and present records per the agency’s request.
• Aid Quality Assurance Supervisor and management in gathering data for investigations.
• Work closely with production associates in monitoring meat product AQL standards and specifications, correcting any deficiencies and notifying management of any violations of USDA regulations or HACCP requirements.
• Maintain lab equipment by ensuring proper cleaning and regular maintenance is performed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed