FSQA Technician - 1st shift - Waverly Plant

Tyson Foods; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Health, dental, vision benefits

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an FSQA Tech to support food safety and quality in our Kentucky plant. You will perform inspections, document results, and help ensure products meet specifications.

This role requires at least 1 year in food manufacturing or QA, a high school diploma, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in variable temps.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in food manufacturing or related QA experience.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and visual inspections of products and plant systems.
• Document and calculate results accurately.
• Take corrective action when necessary, such as alerting appropriate personnel to adjust processes and reporting results to management.
• Handle additional assignments as requested.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Math skills

Organizational skills

Reading product specs

Stress tolerance

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

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)
• Background Check: 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Benefits

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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