Quality Assurance Technician

Pilgrim's • Marshville, NC

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About The Position

Pilgrim’s is seeking a second-shift Quality Assurance Technician to monitor and inspect production operations in a fast-paced production environment. The role performs HACCP monitoring, AQLs, moisture tests, grade checks, and other process and quality monitoring duties specified by the QA Supervisor and QA Manager. The technician processes product using tools, including knives, manual labor, and provided equipment, in accordance with USDA and company standards and procedures. The position emphasizes safety, food safety, product quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow basic verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and apply practical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to address routine issues involving a limited number of variables within established procedures.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments of approximately 40°F and heated environments of approximately 85°F.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive hand movements for 8 to 11 hours per shift.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in food processing, manufacturing, or a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform HACCP monitoring, AQLs, moisture tests, grade checks, and other process and quality monitoring duties as specified by the QA Supervisor and QA Manager.
• Process product using tools, including knives, manual labor, and equipment in accordance with USDA and company standards and procedures.
• Process product according to operating procedures and quality and quantity expectations.
• Observe equipment operation and notify appropriate personnel of malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Assist others using skills and knowledge gained in the position.
• Follow company personnel, quality, safety, food safety, and animal welfare policies and guidelines.
• Communicate and act cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
• Recognize and respond to incidents and safety risks; practice and promote safe work habits.
• Participate in process improvement and problem-solving using continuous improvement and rational-thinking methodologies.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage beginning after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave, vacation, company-observed holidays, and other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k) with a company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Career development through continuous learning opportunities and learning and development programs.
• Better Futures program.

What This Job Offers

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