Quality Assurance

Versova; Croton (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company match

401K with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Regular performance reviews

Job summary

Versova in Johnstown, Ohio, is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to ensure compliance with USDA, federal and state regulations, and company policies, maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.

The role collaborates with multiple departments to implement and oversee quality plans, monitor tests and records, and support operations while keeping safety and regulatory compliance at the forefront.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; organized, goal-oriented, and accountable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all products meet USDA, company, and customer specifications.
• Monitor compliance with Federal and State regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain logs, records, test instruments, and supplies.
• Monitor/test wash water, sanitizer concentration, pH levels, cooler temperatures, and other processing control points.
• Perform pre-operational sanitation inspections to ensure equipment cleanliness.
• Oversee product traceability within hold and rework programs.
• Candle shell egg samples for quality.
• Monitor sanitary conditions and ensure GMPs during processing.
• Communicate deviations and/or deficiencies to management promptly.
• Support operations to ensure efficient plant operation while maintaining compliance.
• Maintain compliance with all quality, food safety, and site safety policies.
• Promote a culture consistent with Versova's Guiding Principles and Core Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Quality Assurance

Department: Compliance

Location: Johnstown, Ohio

Reports To: Food Safety Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance position is responsible for ensuring compliance with Federal and State regulations, as well as company policies, to maintain the highest standards of food safety and quality. This role collaborates with various departments implementing and overseeing food safety and quality plans, contributing to the organization's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure all products meet or exceed USDA, company, and customer specifications.
• Monitor and verify compliance with Federal and State regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain all logs, records, test instruments, and supplies.
• Monitor/test wash water, sanitizer concentration, pH levels, cooler temperatures, and other processing control points.
• Perform pre-operational sanitation inspections to ensure equipment cleanliness.
• Oversee product traceability within hold and rework programs.
• Candle shell egg samples for quality.
• Monitor sanitary conditions and ensure GMPs during processing.
• Communicate deviations and/or deficiencies to management promptly.
• Support operations to ensure efficient plant operation while maintaining compliance.
• Maintain compliance with all quality, food safety, and site safety policies.
• Promote a culture consistent with Versova's Guiding Principles and Core Values.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; organized, goal-oriented, and accountable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Food safety or quality assurance experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• HACCP certification strongly.
• Experience and knowledge of raw materials, production processes, and quality control.

Work Environment

The role involves standing for extended periods while hand candling eggs and bending and stooping to obtain readings. The position requires maintaining a fast pace continually and ensuring compliance with all safety and sanitation standards within the facility.

About Us:

Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.

As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.

Benefits:

• Regular performance reviews
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA with company match
• Paid time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Disclosure

This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.