Quality Technician

Smithfield Foods•Omaha, NE

9d•$22

About The Position

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! Your Opportunity Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $22.00/hour $0.75/hour shift differential for 3rd shift positions Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More. Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. POSITION SUMMARY: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Tests and inspects products and equipment at various stages of the production process. Monitors employee practices for conformance to quality and food safety standards. Maintains quality of products by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

Monitor food quality and food safety programs including but not limited to SSOP, SQF, HACCP, Pre-Requisite Programs, QCP’s and CQCP’s.
Performs process audits for verification of compliance to programs/policies for Smithfield Foods with the entire facility and SQF Level 3 by completing required documentation.
Ensures audit compliance with all food safety and quality policies, GMPs, HACCP, Pre-requisite programs, and SQF Level 3.
Adheres compliance to the net weight program.
Product Quality audits on all products produced to ensure meeting specification requirements.
Collect shelf-life and water samples as needed.
Collect daily product evaluation samples as needed.
Smithfield Food Safety Policy 13 and 14 (USDA) sampling and compliance.
Perform end of shift organizational duties and maintain proper housekeeping throughout the shift.
Must be responsible for assigned radio and must follow proper radio etiquette.
Follow GMPs, Safety and Quality Assurance rules and procedures.
Must wear required PPE.
Report any concerns to a member of management.
Must be certified to operate any PIT.
Must be LTT certified and follow all LTT procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Hourly Competitive Starting Pay – $22.00/hour
$0.75/hour shift differential for 3rd shift positions
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
opportunities for career growth and professional development
robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.
comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential
LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs.
partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent.
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.