QA Operator 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a QA Operator for the 2nd shift at the Hazlehurst Plant to verify production processes, packaging, and food safety. You will monitor lines, check documentation, and assist with issue resolution to ensure products meet specifications.

The role requires at least a year in QA or six months with Wayne Farms, strong math and computer skills, and clear English communication. The position supports strict safety policies and proper PPE usage in a busy production environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Monitor lines and paperwork throughout the day to assure specification compliance for each product.
• Verify and help enforce GMPs.
• 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.

Skills

English communication

Detail oriented

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

## QA Operator 2nd ShiftApplylocations: Mississippi - Hazlehurst Planttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2026-65809**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