FSQA Tech Lead- Day Shift

Foster Farms; Livingston (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms in Livingston, CA is hiring a Production Associate to support food safety, quality, and efficient operations on the production line.

You will document processes, monitor compliance with USDA regulations and GMPs, and collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of experience in food processing.
• Knowledge of USDA regulations, HACCP, GMPs, and SSOPs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and proficient in mathematics.
• Computer proficiency: Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Documentation: Ensures food safety documentation meets legal/regulatory requirements, including documentation of corrective actions.
• Compliance: Monitors production processes and performs routine checks to ensure compliance with food safety and quality programs.
• Process Control: Ensures processes are in control and products meet company standards.
• Product Disposition: Directs product disposition, including inventory control and reconditioning procedures.
• Sanitation: Verifies sanitation practices through pre-operational equipment inspections.
• Communication: Communicates with production/maintenance personnel/supervision to resolve quality and food safety issues.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Mathematics

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

About Foster Farms

At Foster Farms, our mission is creating great food and serving great moments. Our vision is to be the best and most trusted food company, empowering and nourishing the lives of those we serve. We measure our success by how well we protect and care for our team, our consumers, our animals, and our environment, while delivering operational excellence and exceptional value to our customers.

Essential Functions

Pay Rate: $27.50 per hour

(Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00am-4:59am).

• Documentation: Ensures food safety documentation meets legal/regulatory requirements, including documentation of corrective actions.
• Compliance: Monitors production processes and performs routine checks to ensure compliance with food safety and quality programs.
• Process Control: Ensures processes are in control and products meet company standards.
• Product Disposition: Directs product disposition, including inventory control and reconditioning procedures.
• Sanitation: Verifies sanitation practices through pre-operational equipment inspections.
• Communication: Communicates with production/maintenance personnel/supervision to resolve quality and food safety issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 1-3 years of experience in food processing.
• Knowledge of USDA regulations, HACCP, GMPs, and SSOPs is preferred.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Detail-oriented and proficient in mathematics.
• Computer proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and work in various temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Foster Farms ACTION Guiding Principles

• Accountability: Deliver on commitments.
• Collaboration: Achieve more by working as a team.
• Truth-Seeking: Be open-minded and act with humility.
• Initiative: Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset.
• Ownership: Take responsibility for results.
• Nimble: Operate with speed and agility.

Why Join Foster Farms?

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of the ready-to-eat business at a leading food company, directly supporting our mission, vision, and values. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality food and great moments for millions of families.

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