QA Technician ($20.90/Hr)

Jbs Usa•Lenoir, NC

22d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Position at JBS USA QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN ($20.90/HR) JBS is seeking an hourly QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN Team Member! Position starts at $20.90 per hour. Resume required for this position. Applicants will not be considered without a resume. Benefits Include Paid vacation and holidays Medical, dental and vision benefits 401(k) plan Better Futures Program Career development opportunities Purpose and Scope: Reporting to the QA Supervisor, the Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for conducting all product testing, food safety audits, equipment testing to ensure compliance with HACCP and USDA requirements and any other associated testing and process validation connected with food quality and/or safety. He/she is responsible to ensure food quality, and safety in accordance with good manufacturing practices. The Q. A. technician will present a professional and respectful attitude when dealing with both internal and external contacts and will work towards facilitating a team atmosphere within the service center.

Requirements

Incumbents should have 2 – 4 years of related experience within the food processing sector.
Proficiency with Microsoft software applications is required, as are excellent communication skills, both written and oral
An ability to utilize standard statistical methodology and good analytical capabilities are essential for success in this position.
Flexibility with shift start time and end time.
Must develop an understanding of proper handling of hazardous materials.
Understanding and ability to modify HACCP processes and procedures as they relate to food processing requirements.
SDA requirements for Food safety and quality
Training Requirements: HACCP Safety and Health Orientation Lockout Training Requirements: General Lockout Procedure training
Must be able to work for long hours in a no-kill food processing environment, where it is wet, damp, and cold.
Temperatures are frequently around 34 degrees, and employees are expected to remain in these conditions for most of their workdays .

Nice To Haves

Experience with meat processing equipment and product specifications will be beneficial, but not required.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the QA Supervisor, the QA Technician will be familiar with all JBS product specifications and standard requirements for manufacturing our products.
Monitors production staff’s adherence in meeting product specification.
Works directly with production staff on testing protocols and requirements to meet and exceed USDA food quality and safety requirements.
Ensures production management is aware of any possible deviations from or violations of USDA regulations or HACCP requirements.
Assist in the testing and evaluation of new equipment and process instructions to effectively meet product specifications.
Conducts quality audits and product quality checks.
As directed, conducts mock and real time product recalls to test food safety and quality processes.
Prepares reports as necessary to record findings and recommendations from testing.
Must have flexibility with schedules worked
Additional duties as assigned.