FSQA Tech I - Night Shift

About the role

Works under FSQA management guidance to ensure compliance with Foster Farms, FSIS/USDA, and customer requirements. Monitors the production process and performs routine Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) checks in accordance with the food safety and quality programs at the manufacturing site. Ensures the process is in control and the product meets company standards.

• Ensure compliance to Food Safety systems through monitoring of process and documentation.
• Ensure compliance to QA process controls through monitoring and documentation.
• Ensure food safety documentation meets legal/regulatory requirements.
• Direct product disposition, including ensuring inventory control and appropriate reconditioning procedures.
• Verify sanitation practices through pre-operational inspection of equipment.
• Communicate with production, maintenance personnel, and supervision to resolve quality and food safety issues.
• Communicate with USDA personnel to resolve regulatory issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate clearly in English (written and verbal), including documentation of regulatory paperwork and explanation of corrective actions.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Proficient on a computer, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Good organization skills and legible handwriting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet outlined timeframes for monitoring checks.
• Ability to place non-conforming product or equipment on hold.
• Favorable employment record and attendance record.
• Able to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be willing to rotate into various departments with varying QC-related job duties as needed.
• Must be able to show up to work daily and be on-time to perform the duties of the position.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods (8-12 hours) on a concrete/metal grate floor.
• Must be able to work in cold environments (40°F) or hot environments (up to 100°F in a RTE plant).
• Must be able to lift from 5-70 lbs. on a daily basis, depending on the department assigned for the shift.
• Proficiency in mathematics to compute checks and compare to established limits.

Pay

$23.50 per hour. Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00am and 4:59am.