1st-Shift QA Lead - Food Safety & Training Champion

Pilgrim; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

JBS in Ottumwa, Iowa is seeking a 1st Shift Lead QA Technician (Cold Side) to monitor quality and ensure food safety. The role leads a team, fills in for supervisors, and supports production objectives while upholding company safety guidelines.

Ideal candidate has QA experience, strong communication, and at least a high school diploma; a Bachelor’s degree is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• English communication required (written and verbal).
• Production experience in a food processing facility preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field preferred.
• Experience working in Quality Assurance.
• Computer skills required.
• Good attendance record (less than 3 points).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate quality levels of product, areas, and people.
• Ensure all safety guidelines are followed.
• Follow all food safety requirements.
• Work with management to achieve production objectives.
• Perform various other duties as needed.
• Fill in supervisor absence.
• Lead groups of employees through tasks.
• Provide training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

QA experience

Attendance

Production experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

JBS in Ottumwa, Iowa is seeking a 1st Shift Lead QA Technician (Cold Side) to monitor quality and ensure food safety. The role leads a team, fills in for supervisors, and supports production objectives while upholding company safety guidelines.

Ideal candidate has QA experience, strong communication, and at least a high school diploma; a Bachelor’s degree is a plus. This is a full-time, on-site position with a comprehensive benefits package.