FSQA Technician- 1st Shift- Temperanceville, VA

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Temperanceville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking an FSQA Tech to ensure high standards of food safety and quality. The role involves inspecting products and plant systems, documenting results, and taking corrective actions as needed.

Strong communication, ability to read specs, and problem solving are essential. Flexibility to work shift as required is expected in this manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year in food manufacturing or QA experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret product specifications.
• Strong problem solving, math, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under stress and be flexible with schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and visual inspections of products and plant systems.
• Document and calculate results accurately.
• Take corrective action when necessary, including alerting personnel and isolating non-conforming products.
• Report results to management and handle additional assignments as needed.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Read & interpret specs

Problem solving

Mathematics

Lead by example

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As a FSQA Tech you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing physical and visual inspections of products and plant systems.
• Documenting and calculating results accurately.
• Taking corrective action when necessary, such as alerting appropriate personnel to adjust processes, identifying, segregating, and isolating non-conforming products, and reporting results to management.
• Handling additional assignments as requested.

Working Conditions

• Environment: Normal for a food manufacturing setting.
• Physical Requirements: Involves lifting materials and products up to 75 pounds.
• Safety Equipment: Use of steel-toed work boots, hardhats, safety glasses (where required), hairnets, beard nets (if applicable), and smocks is required.
• Restrictions: Cell phones and jewelry are not permitted on the factory floor.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience in the food manufacturing industry OR related Quality Assurance type experience.
• Communication Skills: Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Special Skills:
  • Must possess skills to complete Tyson paperwork.
  • Ability to lead by example and motivate the hourly workforce.
  • Good problem identification and problem‑solving skills.
  • Math and organizational skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret product specifications.
  • Must function well under stress.
  • Must have flexibility to work where and when needed.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Must be willing and able to lift up to 75 lbs.
  • Ability to stand on hard surface for up to 12 hours per day.
  • Must work in cold/hot temperatures typically ranging from 30-90 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Must be able to work in wet environment.
  • Repetitive bending, reaching, squatting, gripping, pushing and pulling.
  • Must be able to reach high and low levels frequently.
  • Ability to climb step ladders and or stairs.
  • Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
  • Position will require Lock Out Tag Out certification.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
• Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
• Pay Range/Rate: $20.40

Incentives

• Annual Incentive Plan: No
• Long-Term Incentive Plan: No

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson's total compensation package.

Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member's relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

Hourly Applicants ONLY

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.