Protein & Food Safety QA Technician (2nd Shift)

Nebraska Ag Connection; Nebraska City (NE); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with matching

Paid vacation

Development opportunities

EAP

Job summary

Cargill in Nebraska City is hiring for a 2nd shift role in its protein and salt business. The position focuses on food safety, regulatory compliance, and production support in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation ranges from $21.90 to $22.90 per hour, with benefits including medical/dental/vision, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan with company matching, and development opportunities. Overtime and weekend work are required as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to work with weights and measurements.
• Basic knowledge of safe food handling practices.
• Ability to use knives, hooks, and other job-related tools safely and effectively and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Monitor USDA-FSIS regulatory activities and plant compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare carcasses and product components for inspection with approved tools.
• Perform food safety and quality monitoring throughout production to ensure standards.
• Document inspection results, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Work in fast-paced production, with PPE, and physical tasks (standing, bending, twisting).
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested.
• Follow safety, food safety, and regulatory policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Math skills

Food safety knowledge

Knife handling

Tools

Knives

Hooks

Job description

Cargill in Nebraska City is hiring for a 2nd shift role in its protein and salt business. The position focuses on food safety, regulatory compliance, and production support in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation ranges from $21.90 to $22.90 per hour, with benefits including medical/dental/vision, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan with company matching, and development opportunities. Overtime and weekend work are required as needed.