Quality Assurance/FSQR Technician

Cargill • Timberville, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cargill is hiring a Quality Assurance/FSQR Technician for its protein and salt business in Timberville, Virginia. The role supports food safety and quality across production processes by checking sanitation practices, ensuring compliance with requirements for incoming raw materials and outgoing products, and auditing Good Hygiene Practices. The position is full-time on 1st shift, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with compensation of $25.03 per hour. The role requires working in cold and damp as well as hot and humid environments, and may require overtime or weekend work as needed. Relocation reimbursement is not included.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED, or one year of experience in quality control, production, and/or a military role.
• Must have good math skills.
• Must be able to communicate, read, and write in English.
• Must have strong computer skills and knowledge, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Must be a self-starter with good communication skills.
• Accuracy, precision, and dependability are necessary.
• Must have excellent attendance and safety records.
• Must be willing to cross-train to work in other areas of FSQR coverage.
• Must be able to work in cold and damp, and hot and humid environments.
• Must work well independently or as part of a team.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree.
• Previous experience in a food or meat plant environment.
• HACCP training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety guidelines are followed at all times.
• Evaluate and verify sanitation practices for production food safety.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and specifications for incoming raw materials and outgoing products throughout all processes.
• Enforce and audit Good Hygiene Practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
• Health and wellness incentives
• Employer-sponsored Marathon Health Clinic
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short-term disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities to grow
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

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