Poultry QA Technician - On-Site, 2nd Shift

Farmer Focus; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Career growth programs

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support food safety, product quality, regulatory compliance, and production standards in a poultry plant. You will monitor sanitary conditions, collect samples, document findings, and assist USDA interactions in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work on-site with a 2nd shift. Prior poultry QA experience and HACCP/SSOP knowledge are valued at Farmer Focus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of experience in poultry production.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Verbal communication skills with the ability to explain concepts clearly.
• Excellent reading comprehension and writing skills, including good grammar and spelling.
• Strong analytical ability and math skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and complete work in a timely manner.
• Self-starter with the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision at times.
• Ability to follow directions from a lead, supervisor, and manager.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to accurately complete Quality Assurance documentation.
• Ability to support HACCP, SSOP, GMP, sanitation, food safety, and quality requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Assure finished product meets company standards.
• Assure product throughout the production process is handled and produced in accordance with plant HACCP, SSOP, and GMP procedures.
• Assure sanitary conditions in production areas are maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Accurately record findings observed during verification checks and pre-shipment review checks.
• Perform pre-operational and operational sanitary inspections.
• Perform HACCP and GMP related tasks.
• Collect product samples during operations.
• Assist in the preparation and shipping of product samples.
• Generate daily Quality Assurance documentation.
• Assist USDA inspectors as required.
• Support Production in the development, effectiveness, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Communicate quality, food safety, or sanitation concerns to the appropriate lead, supervisor, or manager.
• Follow all company policies, food safety procedures, safety requirements, and department standards.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Writing skills

Verbal communication

Analytical ability

Math skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Self-starter

Follow directions

Communication with leads

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Farmer Focus is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support food safety, product quality, regulatory compliance, and production standards in a poultry plant. You will monitor sanitary conditions, collect samples, document findings, and assist USDA interactions in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work on-site with a 2nd shift. Prior poultry QA experience and HACCP/SSOP knowledge are valued at Farmer Focus.