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As part of our FS / QA team, you would conduct routine sanitation checks, ensuring that HAACP and USDA regulations are strictly enforced.
Providing technical expertise to track product from start to finish, and develop corrective actions when needed. You will be responsible for ensuring that we are able to safely deliver the best Smithfield, Eckrich, Nathan’s Famous, or any of our product brands to customers and consumers.
Position is responsible for overseeing the food safety and quality programs in specific production departments within the plant.
This role has the overall accountability of ensuring the applicable food safety and quality programs are fully implemented and documented to ensure USDA regulatory compliance and the production of safe and wholesome products.
Masters and applies all QA / FS policies and procedures in daily interactions with plant production and quality employees.
Is accountable for the plant’s Food Safety and Quality System within specific production departments and must provide solid leadership, training and improvement strategies to achieve company, plant, and department goals.
May assume FS / QA Manager duties when needed.
Core Responsibilities
Quality, Food Safety and SQF Verification and Compliance
Within specific departments verifies that all Food Safety, Quality Assurance, SQF and Regulatory programs are functioning as designed, being followed and correctly documented thus ensuring the facility has the evidence required to prove the products being produced are safe, wholesome and meet Smithfield (and / or customer) quality specifications.
Able to quickly and thoroughly investigate a product / process failure, determine the root cause and take prompt corrective actions;
while minimizing product exposure and production down time.
For assigned departments must demonstrate ownership and practical knowledge of all applicable QA and Food Safety programs and applies them throughout daily responsibilities to make sound decisions and execute food safety & quality oversight.
Develops and fosters a strong working, no-nonsense relationship with plant management, production employees and the USDA.
Food Safety and Quality Improvement.
Prevents HACCP, SSOP, process and product quality specification failures by working with FS-QA staff members and Operations to drive continuous improvement of product through attention to process details, product specifications and production department programs.
Required to serve and actively participate on special company and plant committees and task forces; such as the Health and Safety Committee.
Sanitation
Required to conduct operational and pre-operational sanitation inspections, including micro sampling, inspection of cleanliness of equipment to verify the effectiveness of sanitation activities.
The duties may include regular completion of Food Safety, CCP and sanitation paperwork that should ultimately result in no FS deviations.
Conducts FMP and Sanitation audits as directed with documented corrective actions and follow-up, as necessary.
Investigates and takes action in response to negative micro and Shelf Life data to drive improvement.
Assists in creation and maintenance of SQF Plan.
Completes reassessments of SQF Plan if : Addition or removal of processing steps.
Introduction of new product with processing steps not in currently included.
At a minimum SQF Plan is reassessed annually.
Takes appropriate action to maintain the integrity of the SQF System.
Communicates to relevant personnel all information essential to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the SQF System.
Personnel Management
Responsible for managing the work assignments and the training of specific food safety and quality assurance staff members.
Absence
In the absence of key personnel the employee’s supervisor or qualified designee (one that has been trained in the key employee's duties) is responsible to complete or delegate the completion of all required tasks and responsibilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2 years’ experience in food safety or quality assurance;
or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project.
Working knowledge of meat processing, preferred. - Comprehensive knowledge of USDA, HACCP, and SSOP requirements.
HACCP Certified, preferred. - SQF Certified Expert, preferred.
Ability to uphold regulatory, company and customer standards.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.
Knowledge of Database software; Inventory software; Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet and Word Processing software; QMS system and SAP; preferred.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong decision making and problem solving skills.
Excellent planning and organizational skills with demonstrated multi-tasking and project management skills.
Must have the ability to complete required applicable forms in English, which requires the ability to read and write in English.
Must be able to travel up to 20% of the time. - May be required to work long hours and weekends.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Provides leadership and guidance to employees in the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Department.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance;
rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Office and plant setting. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
Occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
EEO / AA Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
Salary Range
$54, - $81,
Last updated : 2024-05-17
Full Time
$27k-34k (estimate)
05/16/2024
06/03/2024
smithfield.com
TAR HEEL, NC
50 - 100
1994
CHAD BAKER
$10M - $50M
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