QA Operator - 2nd Shift

waynefarms; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms seeks a QA/Production quality technician to support verification of processes, labeling, and sanitation. You will work with production, QA teams to ensure product safety and compliance in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires accurate documentation, basic math, and effective English communication. Evening and weekend shifts may be required as part of scheduled operations. Attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience in quality assurance or 6 months Wayne Farms employee.
• Intermediate math and computer skills.
• Detail oriented with clear English communication.
• Able to follow GMPs and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, communicate with Production & QA to ensure proper handling and timely corrections.
• Monitor lines and paperwork to assure product specification compliance.
• Verify and enforce GMPs, labels, lot codes, and packaging integrity.
• Verify incoming raw materials and inform QA if not meeting specifications.
• Assist with day-to-day quality issues to reach workable solutions.
• Ensure microbiological swabs and samplings are performed correctly.
• Follow all quality and food safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Documentation

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office / Computer Skills

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for verification of production processes, packaging, food safety and monitoring of operational sanitation. Responsible for proper documentation, inventory control, and release of hold product. Assist production Team Members, Team Leaders, and Supervisors in assuring that safe and quality products are produced according to specification. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulation

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Under minimal supervision, communicate with Production & QA Team Members, Team Leaders, and Supervisors to assure proper handling of all products and timely correction of deficiencies
• Monitor lines and paperwork throughout the day to assure specification compliance for each product
• Verify and help enforce GMP's
• Verify labels, lot codes, bags, boxes, and pallets are correctly adhered, printed, sealed, and stacked
• Verify receiving of incoming raw materials and ingredients, informs Shipping/Receiving Team Leader and QA Team Leader or QA Coach if any product does not meet specifications
• Assist Production with day to day quality problems to reach workable solutions
• Assure microbiological swabs and samplings are performed at correct times and correct positions
• Assist in making sure all quality and food safety policies and procedures are being followed
• Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
• All other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum 1 year experience in quality assurance or 6 months Wayne Farms employee
• Intermediate math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) and computer skills
• Detail oriented
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbal and written, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner; ability to communicate in multiple languages preferred
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand up to 8 hours.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling.
• Work around raw, live animal odors
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.