Quality Assurance Technician- 1st Shift Acorn

Shenandoah Valley Organic; Harrisonburg (VA); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

weekly payroll

paid time off and sick leave

medical coverage (semi-subsidized)

dental and vision plan options

401(k) plan with company match

HSA and FSA

education reimbursement opportunities

employee assistance programs (EAP)

internal learning, development, and C\

Résumé du poste

Farmer Focus is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support food safety, product quality, regulatory compliance, and production standards across the poultry production process.

You will monitor sanitary conditions, perform inspections, collect samples, generate documentation, and assist with corrective actions in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of experience in poultry production.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Verbal communication skills with the ability to explain concepts clearly.
• Excellent reading comprehension and writing skills, including good grammar and spelling.
• Strong analytical ability and math skills.

Responsabilités

• Assure finished product meets company standards.
• Assure product throughout the production process is handled and produced in accordance with plant HACCP, SSOP, and GMP procedures.
• Assure sanitary conditions in production areas are maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Accurately record findings observed during verification checks and pre-shipment review checks.
• Perform pre-operational and operational sanitary inspections.
• Perform HACCP and GMP related tasks.
• Collect product samples during operations.
• Assist in the preparation and shipping of product samples.
• Generate daily Quality Assurance documentation.
• Assist USDA inspectors as required.
• Support Production in the development, effectiveness, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Communicate quality, food safety, or sanitation concerns to the appropriate lead, supervisor, or manager.
• Follow all company policies, food safety procedures, safety requirements, and department standards.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

Connaissances

Reading and writing English

Verbal communication

Analytical ability

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

HACCP knowledge

GMP knowledge

SSOP knowledge

Description du poste

Job Details

Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician

Compensation Range: $19.50/hr.

Department: Quality Assurance

Reports To: Quality Assurance Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Acorn facility

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Shift / Schedule: 1st Shift

Travel Requirements: None

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for supporting food safety, product quality, regulatory compliance, and production standards throughout the poultry production process. This role helps ensure finished product meets Farmer Focus standards and that production activities are carried out in accordance with plant HACCP, SSOP, GMP, and company procedures.

The Quality Assurance Technician plays an important role in monitoring sanitary conditions, performing inspections, collecting samples, generating documentation, supporting USDA interactions, and assisting Production with corrective actions. This position requires strong attention to detail, accurate documentation, communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced poultry processing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assure finished product meets company standards.
• Assure product throughout the production process is handled and produced in accordance with plant HACCP, SSOP, and GMP procedures.
• Assure sanitary conditions in production areas are maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Accurately record findings observed during verification checks and pre-shipment review checks.
• Perform pre-operational and operational sanitary inspections.
• Perform HACCP and GMP related tasks.
• Collect product samples during operations.
• Assist in the preparation and shipping of product samples.
• Generate daily Quality Assurance documentation.
• Assist USDA inspectors as required.
• Support Production in the development, effectiveness, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Communicate quality, food safety, or sanitation concerns to the appropriate lead, supervisor, or manager.
• Follow all company policies, food safety procedures, safety requirements, and department standards.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

Benefits: Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members' health, financial well well-being, and professional growth.

• weekly payroll
• paid time off and sick leave
• semi-subsidized medical coverage
• dental and vision plan options
• a 401(k) plan with company match
• HSA and FSA
• education reimbursement opportunities
• employee assistance programs (EAP)
• internal learning, development, and career growth programs

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued by Farmer Focus at any time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of experience in poultry production.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Verbal communication skills with the ability to explain concepts clearly.
• Excellent reading comprehension and writing skills, including good grammar and spelling.
• Strong analytical ability and math skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and complete work in a timely manner.
• Self-starter with the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision at times.
• Ability to follow directions from a lead, supervisor, and manager.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to accurately complete Quality Assurance documentation.
• Ability to support HACCP, SSOP, GMP, sanitation, food safety, and quality requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Labeling experience.
• Bilingual ability.
• Prior Quality Assurance experience in poultry processing, food processing, manufacturing, or production.
• Experience performing inspections, collecting samples, completing pre-operational or operational checks, or supporting corrective actions.
• Experience working with USDA inspectors or regulatory requirements in a production environment.

Additional Requirements

New team members must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Travel

Work is conducted primarily in a manufacturing and poultry production environment. This role requires access to production areas, Quality Assurance work areas, sample collection points, and sanitation inspection areas. The team member must be able to tolerate varying heat, wet, and chill conditions within the plant. Hearing and eye protective equipment are required in the production area. Hair and beard nets are required in the production area. Additional personal protective equipment may be required based on task, location, and safety requirements. This positi