FSQA Technician

US Foods; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability coverage

Job summary

US Foods in Lexington, NC is seeking a Quality Control/FSQA associate to improve product quality and compliance across receiving, processing and shipping. The role will monitor GMPs, SSOPs and regulatory programs while performing strict material, in-process and finished product inspections.

Responsibilities include evaluating conditions of returned product, maintaining calibration of lab equipment, and assisting with inventory control.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a food production environment.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• HACCP certification preferred.
• USDA or FDA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming raw material checks including trailer inspection and weight verification.
• Inspect outgoing finished products and review orders for accuracy.
• Conduct daily QC tasks, including calibration, CCP verification and antimicrobial monitoring.
• Assist with inventory control and generate regular quality reports.
• Train employees on quality and safety procedures as needed.

Skills

Food production experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEJoin Our Community of Food People!BASIC PURPOSEImprove product quality and consistency by conducting checks at receiving, processing and shipping. Facilitate the implementation of the GFSI standard by supporting the FSQA role and operation activities in the plant. Monitor implementation all Food safety, Regulatory and Quality programs within the assigned area of responsibilityESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPerform incoming raw material check, including trailer inspection (cleanliness, temperature, overall conditions), box inspection (intact, undamaged), product appearance & temperature, adherence to product purchasing specifications and weight.Perform outgoing finished product inspection, including reviewing filled orders for accuracy, inspecting box condition prior to shipping, verify product temperature is within acceptable level, inspecting trailers for cleanliness, temperature, satisfactory condition and completion of box label, product content and weight checks.Perform work in progress QC tasks, including equipment calibration (thermometers, scales, antimicrobial application) and monitoring of metal detector operation, monitoring of aged inventory, order filler checks, CCP verification, daily monitoring of antimicrobial application.Assist with inventory control.Perform daily steak cutting quality checks, monitor cutting yield.Perform QC checks on product samples prior to shipment to ensure proper specifications, appearance, packaging and accurate order fulfillment.Conduct employees training when necessary.Complete and submit regular reports for statistical or operational analysis. Evaluate conditions of returned product for proper dispositionPerforming all duties in compliance with USDA, DDA, OSHA, state and/or local regulations. Company policies and procedures include: safety guidelines and the use of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and must be adhered to.RELATIONSHIPS· Internal: FSQA department, Warehouse & Processing employees. The incumbent is required to interact with employees, customers, and vendors at all levels of responsibility throughout the company in a professional manner· External: USDA/FDA officialsWORK ENVIRONMENT· Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F. Must be able to work for periods of time in a freezer environment -10°F to +10°F with company provided apparel. May require overtime with or without notice. Finish time is when work is completed.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS· Must possess a minimum of 1year of experience in food production environment.EDUCATION· High School Diploma/GED requiredCERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING· HACCP Certified preferred.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS· USDA or FDA experience PreferredCompensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $22.00-$23.00/hour. This role may also receive overtime compensation.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off , short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.htmlCompensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between$16 - $25***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***