FSQA Technician 5 (B-Shift) - Goodlettsville Case Ready Plant

Tyson Foods; Goodlettsville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, dental, vision & prescription

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Goodlettsville, TN, seeks a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Technician to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality. You will inspect products and plant systems, document results, and drive corrective actions to maintain compliance.

Required: high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in food manufacturing or QA, plus strong verbal and written communication and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in varying temperatures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year in food manufacturing or QA-type experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret product specifications and reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and visual inspections of products and plant systems.
• Document and calculate results accurately.
• Take corrective action and alert personnel to adjust processes; report results to management.
• Handle additional assignments as requested.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Reading specifications

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details

Must submit a resume to be considered

Job Summary

Join our team as a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Technician, where 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.

Safety Equipment

Use of steel‑toed work boots, hardhats, safety glasses, 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.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more

Equal Opportunity

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.

Background Checks

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.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift

Work Shift: B Shift (United States of America)

Hiring Priorities

Priority consideration will be given to applicants at this facility, as well as priority for internal candidates impacted due to plant closure or job elimination.

Contact for Assistance

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Physical Course

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

Closing Statement

Join us and be part of a team that values safety, quality, and excellence.