FSQ Auditor - 3rd Shift

At Link Snacks we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves—plaid or otherwise—and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. Our global house of brands (Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Golden Island®, BiFi®, Peperami® and KOOEE!®) is built by humble, gritty, passionate people who deliver extraordinary results.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections on random product samples to ensure they meet company‑specific standards (thickness, weight, length, count, metal detection, etc.).
• Conduct pre‑operation checks, including first‑piece inspections at shift start or during product changeovers.
• Monitor overall food‑safety compliance, ensuring accurate product identification and recipe adherence.
• Answer questions regarding rejected product, inbound case damage, and mislabeled cases.
• Follow plant holds and releases; review/close out hold tags daily and report missing tags.
• Enter quality inspection data into electronic or written forms.
• Record deviations/issues in the compliance tracker and inform lead/supervisor.
• Process inbound and outbound supplier corrective‑action requests.
• Perform daily and weekly audits; prepare forms and trend charts supporting kitchen or packaging inspection functions.
• Implement corrective actions on deviations, including product loss adjustments.
• Review documentation for accuracy and completeness; sign off HACCP when qualified.
• Verify equipment condition and calibration as needed.
• Maintain HACCP, SSOP, SQF, and prerequisite program accuracy, completeness, and implementation; align with production paperwork, verifications, calibrations, and counseling.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP training, SOPs, and SSOPs; observe team members for compliance and coach as necessary.
• Act as a backup for daily operational checklists.
• Assist the Quality Control Supervisor with serious or repeated quality problems to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Maintain SQF and HACCP books, keeping documents up to date.
• Assist with Quality Control and Production audits.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Safety

• Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards (LOTO, PPE, safety equipment).
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Immediately report accidents and deficiencies to lead/foreman/supervisor.
• Ensure safety devices are installed and functioning properly.
• Monitor the work environment for general food‑safety hazards (e.g., condensation).

Communication

• Communicate with coworkers and leaders in an effective, timely manner.
• Keep foreman/supervisor informed daily of problems encountered during the shift.
• Suggest improvements and continuously improve the quality of support activities.

Schedule

Monday‑Thursday, 4:30 pm – 3:00 am (hours may vary).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Technical/Business area (preferred).
• Associate’s degree in science or laboratory (preferred).
• 1–2 years of experience and/or training in a manufacturing or food environment (required).
• Knowledge and experience in quality systems and production (preferred).
• Prior knowledge of food‑processing equipment (preferred).
• Basic knowledge of supply chain, purchasing, materials, and/or manufacturing (preferred).
• SAP HACCP certification preferred; must be completed within 6 months.
• Ability to calibrate delicate instruments and take accurate readings on fine gauges.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Aptitude for math.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Superior accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proactive problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions.
• Organizational and prioritization skills in a multitasking environment.
• Collaboration skills for remote employees and team environments.
• Exceptional time‑management abilities.
• Firm knowledge of quality‑assurance methods, product testing methods, standard measurements, regulatory‑compliance standards, and documentation procedures.
• Proficiency with Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Effective leadership, problem‑solving, presentation, and employee‑motivational skills.

Pay

The hiring range for this role is $17‑$25 per hour. Actual wages vary based on market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) participation.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Annual incentive and program‑specific awards.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, lift and/or move up to 25 lb, and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and lift/move up to 50 lb. Close‑vision ability is required.

Work Environment

The work setting is a plant/office environment with varying temperatures and noise levels, exposure to manufacturing equipment movement, and wet/slippery floors. Travel may be required.