Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician- 1st Shift

Perdue Farms; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Foods is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician for first shift to monitor production processes and ensure products meet regulatory and Global Food Safety Initiative standards. Located in a plant setting, this role emphasizes safe, high-quality operations and everyday impact on customer trust.

The position supports the Fresh Cut/Multivac department with a Monday–Friday schedule and potential weekend work based on production needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.
• Experience in food quality and/or safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately conduct product reviews for compliance including grading, packaging and weights.
• Monitor and enforce company Quality and Food Safety Policies.
• Perform product reviews on various products with Operations Group.
• Be familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Operation Procedures; implement Corrective Actions if deviations are observed.
• Continually evaluate potential for foreign material contamination in assigned areas.
• Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management to meet department and operations needs.

Skills

Food safety

Education

High school or equivalent

6 months with one employer in past 3 years

Job description

Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician- 1st Shift

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Join our team as a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician and play a key role in ensuring every product meets the highest standards! In this position you'll monitor production processes, verify compliance with company, regulatory, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, and help maintain a safe and high-quality environment throughout plant operations. This is your chance to make a direct impact on food safety, quality, and customer trust every day.

This position is located in the Fresh Cut/Multivac department.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:30am-4:30pm, with weekend work (Saturday and/or Sunday) as required based on department schedules and production needs.

• Accurately conduct product reviews for compliance to include grading, packaging and weights and related.
• Monitor enforces company Quality and Food Safety Policies.
• Perform product reviews on various products with Operations Group.
• Must be familiar with the facility's Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Operation Procedures and implement Corrective Actions if deviations are observed.
• Must continually evaluate potential for foreign material contamination while in assigned work areas.
• Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management to meet department and operations business needs.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school or equivalent.
• Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience in food quality and/or safety.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

When in a plant environment:

• Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
• May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
• May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
• May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
• May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
• Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
• Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
• Able to stand for several hours.
• Work may include lifting (up to 50 lbs), reaching, bending, pushing boxes on conveyor assembly.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.