Food Safety Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Montezuma (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to monitor regulatory compliance and work with USDA-FSIS inspectors. Candidates must have strong communication skills, knowledge of food handling practices, and the ability to lift heavy items. Bilingual candidates are preferred. This full-time position offers competitive pay and various benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• MUST be able to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to stand for several hours and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Basic knowledge of employee safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor USDA-FSIS regulatory activities and plant compliance.
• Act as liaison between USDA-FSIS and plant operations.
• Interact with USDA-FSIS inspectors.

Skills

Good communication

Basic knowledge of safe food handling practices

Basic math skills

Ability to learn technical procedures

Job description

Job Description

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Dodge City, KS
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 2nd
Compensation: $23.70/hr

Benefits Information

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short-Term and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

• Monitor USDA-FSIS regulatory activities and plant compliance with regulatory standards
• Act as liaison between USDA-FSIS and plant operations
• This position requires use of knife to incise lymph nodes and make other cuts as necessary to prepare carcasses/parts for USDA-FSIS inspection
• This position requires frequent interaction and communication with USDA-FSIS inspectors

Required Qualifications

• Good communication (MUST be able to read, write and speak English)
• Acceptable attendance record (up to the discretion of the Company; internal only)
• Basic knowledge of safe food handling practices
• Basic knowledge of employee safety practices
• Basic math skills (read and compare weights and measurements, add, subtract, multiply, divide, coordinate lot #’s with orders, etc.)
• Ability to stand for several hours at a time, lift up to 50 pounds, work in hot, humid environment and use tools (knife, hook, etc.)

Qualifications

• Acceptable attendance record (up to the discretion of the Company; internal only)
• Beef processing Experience with knife experience
• Bi-lingual (English, Spanish)
• Ability to learn technical procedures and concepts
• Strong understanding of USDA-FSIS requirements.
• Able to deal with conflict (able to enforce procedures)

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer, including /Vet

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