Feed Mill Quality Assurance Specialist

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Mississippi seeks a Feed Mill Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure ingredient compliance and maintain quality standards. This entry-level role involves performing analyses, maintaining records, and conducting audits. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Safety certifications required. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years feed mill experience in a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of math functions.
• Practical computer skills with Microsoft Office programs.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples and perform analyses on incoming ingredients.
• Enter analysis data into the database.
• Conduct internal quality audits and participate in third-party audits.
• Train employees on quality policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Math functions knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Feed Mill QC Specialist collects samples and performs analyses on incoming ingredients and finished feed and enters findings data into appropriate database in compliance with regulatory agencies and company guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Collect samples from incoming feed ingredients and perform analyses to ensure ingredients are compliant with quality standard specifications; report non-compliant ingredients to appropriate personnel
• Enter analysis data into database as required; communicate concerns with trends to nutritionist and Mill leadership
• Gather and compile data, maintaining records and testing to comply with FDA regulations and to meet SF/SF certification requirements
• Maintain FDA, FSMA, Food Safety Modernization Act, QA Manual and SOP procedures, revising as necessary to remain compliant
• Conduct internal Quality Audits and participate in 3rd party, customer, and/ or internal audits
• Collect and ship samples for shipment to external laboratories in compliance with company and government requirements
• Monitor ingredient usage, including drug and micro inventories, and manage out of spec feed investigations; perform recalls when required
• Train employees on quality policies and procedures to ensure proper sampling and required documentation is completed correctly; follow up to ensure compliance retraining as necessary
• Manage plant pesticide program to ensure effectiveness when required
• Identify opportunities for improvement, present to appropriate leader, and implement, lead or participate in solution implementation
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where mandatory helping to promote a zero-accident culture
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned
  
  

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None. This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy
  
  

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Obtain and Maintain all safety Certifications required for role (e.g. forklift, confined space, etc.)
  
  

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum two (2) years feed mill experience in a similar environment
• Strong knowledge of math functions and skills
• Practical computer skills with solid knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internal database software
• Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner; multi-lingual strongly preferred
• Ability to handle and resolve most issues in an efficient and effective manner
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detail
• Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency
  
  

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work extended shifts (holiday, weekend and/or extended) as business need requires
• Ability to work in cold/ humid or hot/ dusty environments
• Ability to occasionally lift 50 lbs
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crawl, bend, and to occasionally climb stairs and ladders
• Ability to enter confined spaces
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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