Quality Assurance Analyst - 1st shift

Jones Dairy Farm; Fort Atkinson (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with HRA

Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life

401K with employer match

Job summary

Jones Dairy Farm, a family‑owned manufacturer in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst for the 1st shift. The role audits production and sanitation, collects samples, and ensures compliance with USDA standards. You will support QA leadership and collaborate with plant staff.

The ideal candidate has experience in food QA, familiarity with HACCP, and strong communication skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• Related work experience in a food manufacturing or QA setting.
• Familiarity with USDA and HACCP principles and compliance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• High level of accuracy and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Audits production and sanitation practices across the plant.
• Collects chemical, microbiological, and environmental samples as assigned.
• Examines packaging and monitors operating practices for compliance with standards.
• Performs product checks to ensure specifications are met and documents findings.
• Places and releases QA holds as needed.
• Interacts professionally with production staff, supervisors, government representatives, and management.
• Completes special QA projects as assigned and supports QA leadership.

Skills

Related QA experience

USDA and HACCP familiarity

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Accuracy and organization

Written and verbal communication

Self-motivated with limited oversight

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Job description

Quality Assurance Analyst - 1st shift

Manufacturer of Premium Meat Products in Fort Atkinson

Jones Dairy Farm, a family owned and operated business for over 135 years, is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst - 1st Shift. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual that can demonstrate organization, a high level of accuracy, and attention to detail.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for auditing production and sanitation practices and procedures throughout the plant; collecting assigned chemical, microbiological and/or environmental samples; examining packaging and monitoring operating practices to ensure compliance with company and USDA standards.

Responsibilities:

• Performs product checks to ensure specifications are met and issues assigned reports
• Places and releases QA holds
• Interacts with production employees, supervisory staff, government representatives and office/managerial staff professionally
• Performs special projects as assigned
• Supports QA Director & QA Supervisor as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Related work experience in a food manufacturing environment or other QA setting
• Familiarity with USDA and HACCP
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• High level of accuracy and organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
• Ability to lift 40 pounds

Benefits Package:

• Medical Insurance with a Health Reimbursement Account
• Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Short Term Disability/Sick Pay
• Long Term Disability available
• Paid Vacation and 11 Paid Holidays
• 401K with a 100% Employer match on 5.5% eligible earnings
• Professional Development Including Tuition Reimbursement & more!

We offer excellent compensation and benefit packages.

EOE