GROUND BEEF QA TECHNICIAN - 2ND SHIFT

Pilgrim; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim in Plainwell, Michigan is looking for a Quality Assurance professional specializing in Food Safety. Responsibilities include monitoring compliance with food safety regulations, working closely with production staff, and ensuring accuracy in documentation. Candidates must be physically capable of line work and possess strong communication skills.

A high school diploma or GED is required. The role includes shifts of 8.5 hours or more, with potential for additional hours as needed. Pilgrim is an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming all applicants.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with SOP's, SSOP's, and GMP regulations.
• Present records to USDA upon request.
• Review records for accuracy and accountability.
• Assist QA management in data gathering.
• Work with production on product specifications.
• Provide solutions to problems independently.
• Implement food safety procedures and report deficiencies.
• Stand and walk for extended periods in cold environments.

Skills

Physical capability for line work

Ability to work well with others

Communication skills – written and verbal

Ability to follow instructions

Multi-tasking ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Quality Assurance & Food Safety, Plainwell, Michigan

Responsibilities

• Monitor SOP's, SSOP's and GMP compliance of associates, perform HACCP procedures to comply with federal regulations
• Have contact with USDA and present records to them at the agency's request
• Review records to ensure accuracy and be held accountable to their accuracy
• Aid QA supervision and management in gathering data and investigating items outside of regular technician responsibilities
• Work closely with production associates in monitoring product for specifications, and correcting specifications deficiencies
• Be able to come up with solutions to problems and be able to work for periods without supervision
• Monitor the implementation of food safety and quality procedures on the floor, report deficiencies and correct them
• Extended walking and standing in a cold/freezing environment
• Other duties assigned

Work Hours

Usual shift: 8.5 hours or more, 6 days a week, this is subject to change on a day by day basis, depending on the situation. May be asked to trade shifts with other technicians or come in at a specific time outside of normal hours.

Qualifications

• Physically capable of doing line work
• Ability to work well with others
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Communication skills – written and verbal
• Ability to follow instructions
• Capable of attending to several tasks simultaneously

EOE/INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETS

Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.