2nd Shift Bacon QA Lead & Food Safety Supervisor

Iowa Ag; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JBSPrepared Foods in Ottumwa, IA, is seeking a QA/Food Safety Supervisor for the 2nd shift. You will lead a QA team, ensure product quality to specifications, and work with operations, USDA, and HAACP programs to maintain safety and compliance.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience in a meat processing environment, strong communication, and the ability to work weekends. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of direct supervisory or management experience.
• Experience in a meat processing facility is highly desired.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to work in cold/hot environments and on weekends as necessary.
• Strong communication and mentorship skills.
• Pork bacon product specification knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Work with operations team to ensure product is produced to specification.
• Work with area superintendent and USDA to ensure processes comply with plant HAACP plans.
• Train and mentor employees for program compliance.
• Review and monitor customer claims on product quality to continually improve processes.
• Lead root cause analysis for food safety/quality events.
• Conduct team meetings and evaluate group performance.
• Provide individual feedback and create development plans for team members.
• Lead a team of approximately 8-10 QA Techs.
• Ensure plant employees are following GMPs and food safety programs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Meat processing knowledge

Adaptability to cold/hot environments

Weekend availability

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

JBSPrepared Foods in Ottumwa, IA, is seeking a QA/Food Safety Supervisor for the 2nd shift. You will lead a QA team, ensure product quality to specifications, and work with operations, USDA, and HAACP programs to maintain safety and compliance.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience in a meat processing environment, strong communication, and the ability to work weekends. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred.