Food Safety Quality Assurance Rep C

Foster Farms; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms in California is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance role to monitor production processes, perform routine FSQA checks, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

The position requires strong English communication, basic computer skills (Excel/Word/Outlook), and the ability to work across multiple departments including sanitation and regulatory coordination.

Qualifications

• Must communicate clearly in English (written and verbal).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficient on a computer, Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Works under FSQA management guidance to ensure compliance with Foster Farms, FSIS/USDA, and customer requirements.
• Monitor the production process and perform routine FSQA checks.
• Ensure compliance to Food Safety systems through monitoring of process and documentation.
• Direct product disposition, including inventory control and reconditioning procedures.
• Verify sanitation practices through inspection of equipment and facilities.
• Communicate with production/maintenance personnel to resolve quality and facility issues.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Salary Range:

$18.50-$21.80

Job Description

• Works under FSQA management guidance to ensure compliance with Foster Farms, FSIS/USDA, and customer requirements.
• Monitor the production process and perform routine Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) checks in accordance with the food safety and quality programs at the manufacturing site. Ensure the process is in control and the product meets the standards set by the company.
• Ensure compliance to Food Safety systems through monitoring of process and documentation.
• Ensure compliance to FSQA process controls through monitoring and documentation.
• Ensure food safety documentation meets legal/regulatory requirements.
• Direct product disposition, including ensuring inventory control and appropriate reconditioning procedures.
• Verify sanitation practices through pre-operational and operational inspection of equipment and facilities.
• Communicate to production/maintenance personnel/supervision to resolve quality and facility related issues.
• Communicate to production/maintenance personnel/supervision to resolve food safety issues.
• Communicate with USDA personnel to resolve regulatory issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate clearly in English (written and verbal) including documentation of regulatory paperwork and explanation of corrective actions.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Proficient on a computer, Excel, Word and Outlook.
  • Good organization skills and legible handwriting
• Must have good interpersonal skills and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet outlined timeframes for monitoring checks.
• Ability to place non-conforming product or equipment on hold.
• Favorable employment record and attendance record.
• Able to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must be willing to rotate into various departments with varying FSQA related job duties as needed.
• Must be able to show up to work daily and be on-time to perform the duties of the position..
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time (8-12 hours) on a concrete/metal grate floor.
• Must be able to work in cold environments, as low 40 degrees or up to 100 degrees.
• Must be able to lift from 5-50 lbs. on a daily basis, depending on what department assigned to for the shift
• Proficiency in mathematics to compute checks and compare to established limits.

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new employees.
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities, Females, Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Foster Farms participates in E-Verify during the hire process at all locations for all new employees.

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