QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN-$20.90/HR

JBS USA; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

JBS USA in Lenoir, North Carolina is hiring a Quality Assurance Technician who will conduct product testing and audits to ensure compliance with food safety standards. Starting pay is $20.90 per hour. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in the food processing industry, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities.

The role requires flexibility with schedules and the ability to work in a cold, damp food processing environment. The position offers various benefits, including paid vacation and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in food processing is preferred.
• Experience with meat processing equipment is beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills and flexibility with shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product testing and food safety audits.
• Monitor adherence to product specifications.
• Prepare reports from testing findings.
• Conduct quality audits and mock recalls.

Skills

Communication skills

Statistical methodology

Analytical capabilities

Microsoft software proficiency

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician ($20.90/HR)

JBS is seeking an hourly Quality Assurance Technician Team Member. Position starts at $20.90 per hour. Resume required for this position. Applicants will not be considered without a resume.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Better Futures Program
• Career development opportunities

Purpose and Scope

Reporting to the QA Supervisor, the QA Technician is responsible for conducting all product testing, food safety audits, equipment testing to ensure compliance with HACCP and USDA requirements and any other associated testing and process validation connected with food quality and/or safety. The QA Technician will present a professional and respectful attitude when dealing with internal and external contacts and will work toward facilitating a team atmosphere within the service center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of the QA Supervisor, the QA Technician will be familiar with all JBS product specifications and standard requirements for manufacturing our products.
• Monitor production staff’s adherence in meeting product specification.
• Work directly with production staff on testing protocols and requirements to meet and exceed USDA food quality and safety requirements.
• Ensure production management is aware of any possible deviations from or violations of USDA regulations or HACCP requirements.
• Assist in the testing and evaluation of new equipment and process instructions to effectively meet product specifications.
• Conduct quality audits and product quality checks. As directed, conduct mock and real-time product recalls to test food safety and quality processes.
• Prepare reports as necessary to record findings and recommendations from testing.
• Must have flexibility with schedules worked.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of related experience within the food processing sector. Experience with meat processing equipment and product specifications will be beneficial, but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft software applications and excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to utilize standard statistical methodology and strong analytical capabilities.
• Flexibility with shift start time and end time.

Training

• Develop an understanding of proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Understand and modify HACCP processes and procedures as they relate to food processing requirements.
• Apply SDA requirements for food safety and quality.
• Training requirements: HACCP, Safety and Health Orientation.
• Lockout training: General Lockout Procedure training.

Work Environment

Must be able to work for long hours in a no-kill food processing environment, which is wet, damp, and cold. Temperatures are frequently around 34 degrees, and employees are expected to remain in these conditions for most of their workdays.

EOE/Vets/Disability

Equal Opportunity Employer. Eligible populations include veterans and individuals with disabilities.