QA Tech

Pilgrim's • Guntersville, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Technician will be responsible for auditing, documenting, and enforcing USDA and facility regulations. This role involves performing checks and verifications to ensure the food safety and quality program is being followed, monitoring SOPs, SSOPs, GMPs, and performing HACCP procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations. The technician will also work with FSIS/USDA, present records as requested, and aid the QA Supervisor and management in gathering data for investigations. A key part of the role is working closely with production associates to monitor meat product AQL standards and specifications, correcting deficiencies, and notifying management of any violations. Additionally, the technician will maintain lab equipment through proper cleaning and regular maintenance, and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Must be able to work flexible hours, overtime and some weekends
• Must be willing to learn all aspects of food safety
• Must have strong verbal and written English communication skills
• Must be willing to work in both hot and cold environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Auditing, documenting and enforcing USDA and facility regulations
• Perform checks and verifications to ensure food safety and quality program is being followed
• Monitor SOPs, SSOPs, GMPs and perform HACCP procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations
• Work with FSIS/USDA and present records per the agency’s request
• Aid Quality Assurance Supervisor and management in gathering data for investigations
• Work closely with production associates in monitoring meat product AQL standards and specifications, correcting any deficiencies and notifying management of any violations of USDA regulations or HACCP requirements
• Maintain lab equipment by ensuring proper cleaning and regular maintenance is performed
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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