Quality Assurance Technician - Day Shift

Mountaire Farms; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage manufacturing industry is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician for the day shift. This entry-level role focuses on ensuring food quality and safety compliance, with opportunities for advancement. The technician will monitor production, calibrate tools, and assist in various tasks while receiving comprehensive training. Join a supportive team dedicated to quality and community.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Medical Plans

Dental and Vision

Retirement Plans

Profit Sharing

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Programs

Qualifications

• 1+ year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and training.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production to ensure product meets specifications.
• Calibrate tools and equipment; perform technical projects.
• Record and communicate results of quality testing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician - Day Shift

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Job Description

Complete training on department aspects to ensure food quality, food safety, and compliance with S.O.P.s, FSIS regulations, Animal Welfare, and GFSI requirements. Focus on product compliance to internal and customer specifications, with opportunities to progress to higher-level QA positions. Work alongside supervision and co-workers in live receiving, storage, picking, and evisceration areas. Demonstrate understanding through written tests, observations, and accuracy in tasks.

Primary Purpose

To complete training on department aspects to ensure food quality, safety, and compliance. Become qualified to work in specialized areas and demonstrate abilities to advance in QA roles. Assist in live receiving, storage, picking, and evisceration, learning procedures and their purposes. Show knowledge through testing and observation.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

1. Monitor production to ensure product meets specifications; inform supervisor if not and take appropriate steps.
2. Calibrate tools and equipment; perform technical projects and cross-train.
3. Record and communicate results of regulatory, SSOP, SOP, and quality attribute testing.
4. Manage time effectively to perform tasks and participate in training to enhance skills.
5. Follow all safety regulations, SOPs, and support the Goal Zero mission.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and training; advanced training provided.
• Familiarity with computers.

About Us

Mountaire’s culture is built on core values and a family-focused environment. Our team is committed to success, quality, and community support. We aim to provide growth and stability for employees, customers, and communities by delivering high-quality chicken products.

Company Overview

Mountaire Corporation, comprising Mountaire Farms Inc. and Mountaire Farms of Delaware, Inc., employs nearly 10,000 people across several states. We are the fourth-largest chicken producer in the U.S., family-owned, and community-oriented. Our culture emphasizes support, growth, and operational excellence.

Total Compensation

Our benefits include paid holidays, medical plans with onsite health centers, dental, vision, retirement plans, profit sharing, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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