Opal Foods is currently accepting applications for the position of Quality Control Technician for our Missouri Processing Plants. This position will spend time in our three local processing plants and is responsible for ensuring that all products meet or exceed USDA and customer specifications. Also monitors the food safety and sanitation procedures to ensure compliance with the company quality policy.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-op sanitation inspection
• Monitor and record condition of nest run product
• Monitor and record condition of finished product
• Verify labeling and packaging of finished product
• Verify and record operating parameters of processing equipment in accordance with HACCP and GMP programs
• Monitor and record sanitation conditions of facility during processing
• Properly maintain all test instruments and supplies
• Any other tasks/job duties as assigned by the leadership team

Requirements: (knowledge, experience, skills, education)

• Follow all Opal Foods Policies and Procedures including but not limited to Safety, Bio-security, FDA, SQF, HACCP and GMP
• Excellent attention to detail, ability to complete work tasks efficiently and be able to speak, read and write in English
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, customers and visitors - this position requires a "team" attitude
• Ability to multitask, be flexible and be able to adapt to change and variety in the workplace
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Food manufacturing and/or quality control experience preferred

Requirements: (physical)

• Requires walking, standing, bending, stooping, turning, reaching, manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination to obtain readings and verify code dates
• Must be able to stand for extended periods while hand candling eggs
• Must be dependable and be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Must have a flexible schedule to help other departments should they need assistance on a particular day.

About Opal Foods: Opal Foods formed in 2014 and is a partnership between Rose Acre Farms and Weaver Brothers. Our foundation is our commitment to our team, the quality of our product, our customers' satisfaction, and the welfare of our animals. Opal Foods provides high-quality, nutritious, affordable eggs to its customers through their farms based in Missouri, Colorado, and Iowa with its headquarters in Neosho, MO. For information on Opal Foods, please visit our website at www.opal-foods.com.

Benefits: Opal Foods, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes options for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and disability that will all become effective the first of the month after your hire date. Opal Foods, LLC also provides a matching 401K plan.

Opal Foods is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.