2nd Shift - QA Technician

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $22.90

Benefits on Day 1

On-the-job training

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a production quality professional to verify production processes, packaging, and food safety. You will document, manage inventory, and ensure hold products are released according to specifications while following NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines.

The role requires at least 1 year in quality assurance or 6 months as a WayneSanderson employee, with intermediate math and computer skills and strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in quality assurance, or 6 months WayneSanderson employee.
• Intermediate math and computer skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Must communicate in English, both verbal and written; multiple languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, coordinate with Production & QA teams to ensure proper handling of products and timely correction of deficiencies.
• Monitor lines and paperwork to assure product specification compliance.
• Verify and enforce GMPs and proper labeling, lot codes, bags, boxes, pallets.
• Assist with receiving of raw materials and inform QA/Shipping if materials fail specifications.
• Support production in resolving day-to-day quality issues and improve processes.
• Ensure microbiological swabs and samplings are performed correctly.

Skills

Quality assurance

Detail oriented

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Primarily responsible for verification of production processes, packaging, food safety and monitoring of operational sanitation. Responsible for proper documentation, inventory control, and release of hold product. Assist production Team Members, Team Leaders, and Supervisors in assuring that safe and quality products are produced according to specification. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulation

JOB INCENTIVES

• Pay Rate: $22.90
• Benefits available on Day 1
• On-the-job training

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Primarily responsible for verification of production processes, packaging, food safety and monitoring of operational sanitation. Responsible for proper documentation, inventory control, and release of hold product. Assist production Team Members, Team Leaders, and Supervisors in assuring that safe and quality products are produced according to specification. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulation

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Under minimal supervision, communicate with Production & QA Team Members, Team Leaders, and Supervisors to assure proper handling of all products and timely correction of deficiencies
• Monitor lines and paperwork throughout the day to assure specification compliance for each product
• Verify and help enforce GMP’s
• Verify labels, lot codes, bags, boxes, and pallets are correctly adhered, printed, sealed, and stacked
• Verify receiving of incoming raw materials and ingredients, informs Shipping/Receiving Team Leader and QA Team Leader or QA Coach if any product does not meet specifications
• Assist Production with day to day quality problems to reach workable solutions
• Assure microbiological swabs and samplings are performed at correct times and correct positions
• Assist in making sure all quality and food safety policies and procedures are being followed
• Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
• All other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Minimum 1 year experience in quality assurance or 6 months WayneSanderson employee
• Intermediate math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) and computer skills
• Detail oriented
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner; ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand up to 8 hours.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling.
• Work around raw, live animal odors
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours

We are 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.