Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods • Kansas City, MO

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for its 2nd shift operations. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety and quality of our products by verifying equipment, product specifications, and adherence to manufacturing practices. Team members at Smithfield are part of a company committed to sustainably feeding the world, operating with respect for people, animals, communities, and the planet. We foster a culture of gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability, with a strong emphasis on learning, collaboration, and innovation, offering challenging and rewarding careers for growth and impact.

Requirements

• Follow USDA/SQF and GMP guidelines
• Must be able to read and write in English to use equipment
• Stay focused on quality while maintaining speed
• Ability to work in temperature extremes from 38°F to -17°F
• Ability to stand 8+ hours per day
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Computer knowledge needed to enter data
• Knowledge of SSOP’s
• Knowledge of HACCP

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in a cold and wet environment

Responsibilities

• Verify X-ray machines are working correctly
• Weigh and Verify weights of packages
• Take and Record Temperatures of products
• Verify Correct Labels are on the product
• Weigh out Spices
• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices are being followed by all employees
• Perform Simple Math
• Computer knowledge needed to enter data
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Follow our color code system in regard to food safety
• Other duties as directed by Supervisor

Benefits

• Industry-leading wages
• Competitive Starting Pay – $23.50 - $25.00/hour
• $1.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift positions
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Opportunities for career growth
• Professional development

What This Job Offers

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