Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA)Technician

Tyson Foods; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Education assistance program

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Food & Safety Quality Assurance Technician in our Prepared Foods Division. The role involves ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, recording inspection results, and addressing issues promptly.

The position requires ability to lift up to 75 pounds, work in varying temperatures, and stand for long shifts. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of QA or related experience in food manufacturing, plus effective communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in food manufacturing or QA related work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret product specifications.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs and work in variable temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Document inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Identify and report quality issues to leadership promptly.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Math and organization

Read and interpret specifications

Lead by example

Flexibility to work overtime/weekends

Ability to work in cold/hot conditions

Stand for long periods

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lock Out Tag Out certification

Job description

**Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division as a Food & Safety Quality Assurance Technician!****Physical Requirements:** Involves lifting materials and products up to 75 pounds.**Education:** High school diploma or GED.**Experience:** Minimum of 1 year experience in the food manufacturing industry OR related Quality Assurance type experience.**Communication Skills:** Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Must possess skills to complete Tyson paperwork.* Ability to lead by example and motivate the hourly workforce.* Good problem identification and problem-solving skills.* Math and organizational skills.* Ability to read and interpret product specifications.* Must function well under stress.* Must have flexibility to work where and when needed.* Must be willing and able to lift up to 75 lbs.* Ability to stand on hard surface for up to 12 hours per day* Must work in cold/hot temperatures typically ranging from 30-90 degrees Fahrenheit* Must be able to work in wet environment* Repetitive bending, reaching, squatting, gripping, pushing and pulling* Must be able to reach high and low levels frequently* Ability to climb step ladders and or stairs* Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed* Position will require Lock Out Tag Out certification**Position Specific Requirements**:Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations.Join us on the journey.At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy!We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business.We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work.To learn more about our culture, please read .The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.**Benefits**We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment (unless otherwise noted).**Education Assistance Program****Your Growth, Our Commitment**At Tyson Foods, your success drives ours. On day 31 of service, eligible team members can access education assistance through **Upward Academy Online (Guild)** - offering everything from English language learning and professional certificates to college degrees.Approved programs come with no upfront tuition or out-of-pocket costs(up to $5,250 per year), so you can build skills, earn credentials, and take your career further - while *we* invest in your future.**401(k) & Stock Purchase Plans**Prepare for your future in retirement with our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan and Stock Purchase Plan. Our 401(k) plan offers both pre-tax and after-tax Roth contributions.Once you've completed a year of service with the company, Tyson will contribute to your retirement savings in the 401(k) Plan with a match equal to 100% of the first 3% of eligible pay you contribute, plus 50% of the next 2 percent of eligible pay you contribute.Also after one year, Tyson will match 25% of the first 10% of eligible pay you contribute to the Stock Purchase Plan. Your contributions and Tyson's contributions to the plans are always 100% vested.