SUMMARY: The QA Technician is responsible for monitoring specified areas such as HACCP, GMP, SSOP, customer specifications, FSIS regulatory requirements and others. Technician takes a proactive approach to assist management in the prevention of problems or correction of process deficiencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inspects products at various stages of the production process in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Performs analytical test on samples as well as calculations to measure factors and tests product to verify factors
• Prepares quality documentation and data summarization reports using computers, paper or other means
• Actively and effectively communicate with various plant personnel to ensure product problems are prevented
• Calibrates all instruments per plant procedures at the required frequency
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Maintain satisfactory attendance and job performance in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Other duties are performed as assigned by the Supervisor

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
• Must be 18 years or older
• Read and write English
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Perform simple mathematical calculations
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Previous poultry or meat processing experience preferred

PHYSICAL and WORK ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Use hands/wrists to pick up samples up to 40 lbs and perform evaluations
• Cold, damp wet environment with temperatures ranging from 40 to 90 degrees
• Work while wearing and utilizing required PPE
• Stand for 2-3 hour intervals, at least 8 hours per day
• Exposure to varying noise levels
• Bend, stoop and lift various weights as needed
• Climb stairs, frequently stoop, kneel, and/or bend