Quality Assurance Tech
About The Position
Perdue’s Emerging Brands & Specialty Meats division specializes in premium pork, beef, lamb, and pet nutrition, drawing on Perdue’s strengths in poultry. The division is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business. Perdue describes its culture as grounded in teamwork, integrity, and respect, with an emphasis on inclusion, associate growth, and work-life balance. The Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician monitors production processes, verifies compliance with company, regulatory, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, and helps maintain a safe, high-quality environment throughout plant operations. The role supports food safety, product quality, and customer trust.
Requirements
- High school education or equivalent.
- At least 6 consecutive months of work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.
- Ability to stand for several hours.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to reach, bend, and push boxes on a conveyor assembly.
- Wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in food quality and/or safety.
Responsibilities
- Conduct accurate product reviews for compliance, including grading, packaging, and weights.
- Monitor and enforce company Quality and Food Safety Policies.
- Perform product reviews on various products with the Operations Group.
- Know the facility’s Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Operation Procedures, and implement corrective actions when deviations are observed.
- Continually evaluate the potential for foreign material contamination in assigned work areas.
- Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management to meet department and operations business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
