2nd Shift Quality Control Technician I

Brakebush Chicken; Mocksville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Brakebush Chicken in Mocksville, NC is seeking a 2nd Shift Quality Control Technician I to ensure product quality through tests, record-keeping and cross-department communication. You will monitor CCPs, follow HACCP, USDA, GMP standards and work the 3:30 pm–1:30 am shift with some variation.

The role requires standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, and successful completion of pre‑employment drug testing and background check. Full-time employment with competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests and checks on products, including temperature, metal detectors, x-ray checks, and date code verification.
• Inspect product at different production stages to ensure quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and customer inquiries.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Communication skills

HACCP knowledge

Team oriented

Bilingual English & Spanish a plus

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Windows Office

Job description

Title: 2nd Shift Quality Control Technician I, 2nd Shift

City, State: Mocksville, NC

Reports to: FSQA Supervisor

Classification: Nonexempt

Work Arrangement:

POSITION: Quality Control Technician I

HOURS: 3:30 pm - 1:30 am (Mon- Thurs, Schedule May Vary)

COMPENSATION: $23.18

REPORTS TO: Quality Assurance Supervisor/Lead Person

EMPLOYMENT: Full-time

JOB SUMMARY:

Ensures product meets company quality standards through various checks, tests, record-keeping practices, and communication to various departments. Responsible for ensuring that all products meet stringent safety, regulatory (i.e. HACCP, USDA, GMP), and company quality standards before reaching the consumer by monitoring Critical Control Points (CCPs).

JOB DUTIES:

• Perform a variety of tests and checks on products, including but not limited to: frozen temperature and line metal detector checks, x-ray/bag metal detector/ box x-ray/box metal detector checks, verify slicer blade conditions, complete product quality checks on finished product, and ensure proper date code information are on bags.
• Inspect product at different stages of production run to ensure it meets quality standards.
• Maintain excellent records of all checks and tests completed ensuring accurate data entry and information is available for audit or customer complaint research.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to noise, temperature variations, and wet conditions including slippery floors. Exposure to cold by working in a cooled area and working with chilled product. Exposure to potentially hazardous/moving equipment. Wear appropriate PPE and other equipment as necessary or required. Exposure to high levels of dust from ingredients. This position will be rotating throughout every production line on a scheduled basis, and will also be trained as the backup position for the Packing Room Quality Control Technician.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Well motivated person with attention to detail, ability to analyze data, excellent communication skills to work with a diverse team, knowledge of HACCP program, quality focused, and an understanding of Brakebush products. Must meet Quality Assurance Tech Back & Task requirements. Must be able to stand, walk, sit and lift a minimum of 8 hours per day. Must be able to push/pull/lift up to 40 pounds. Complete and maintain required safety trainings and certifications (Lock Out/Tag Out, Powered Industrial Vehicles, Hazard Communication, etc.). High School diploma or equivalent. Computer literacy, with SAP and Windows Office suite experience a plus. Bilingual English & Spanish a plus. Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and maintain confidentiality.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check are required.
Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to provide or assume work sponsorship of employment visas.
Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.