QA TECHNICIAN FIRST SHIFT

JBS Foods • Elkhart, IN

114d

About The Position

JBS Prepared Foods is the prepared foods arm of JBS USA, one of the world's largest meat companies. This is a unique opportunity to be in a start-up environment, with the backing of a Global CPG Powerhouse. This is a role for someone who is looking for an entrepreneurial challenge in a company with aspirations to be leaders within the CPG world. The position will have both strategic and tactical elements and the person may wear different hats. This is an opportunity for people who want to think Big, dream Big and work to make Big ideas a reality.

Requirements

• Ability to work regularly in temperatures near or below freezing.
• Ability to work in damp or cold conditions (20-30 Degrees).
• Ability to lift, pull, or push 50 lbs.
• Ability to work with sharp knives or cutting tools.
• Willingness and capability of working overtime when necessary.
• Availability to work Day and Nights.
• Willingness and capability of working Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

• Good attendance and safety records.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, etc.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products are made within product specifications by inspecting products.
• Conduct inspection checks on raw and finished products and document defects with accuracy and details to ensure defects are not reproduced.
• Assist the plant personnel when food safety and sanitation issues arise.
• Verifying paperwork to adhere to food safety and quality regulations.
• Reviewing the sanitation program as needed, including pre-operational sanitation.
• Conduct pre-operational tasks to be compliant with food safety and quality regulations.
• Proper use and care of analytical instruments and equipment, including daily calibration tests via documentation.
• Analyze documents for product chemistry specifically salts, moisture, fats, and proteins look for trends and notify the supervisor of any findings.
• Detail-oriented to ensure all documentation and traceability is being done daily and stored in a manner that can be pulled easily for traceability tests.
• Capable of doing swabs, validation tests, and back up for technicians when needed.
• Support SQF audits.
• Ensure all staff within the facility follow GMP requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods