Quality & Food Safety Technologist – HACCP & Compliance

Smithfield Foods; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance professional to join our team. You will conduct routine inspections, enforce HACCP and USDA regulations, and monitor product quality from start to finish. You will work with production teams to resolve issues and drive improvements.

You must have a high school diploma or GED; an Associate's degree is preferred. Strong attention to detail and clear communication are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree preferred for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections (process, metal detection, cooking, cooling) to ensure quality.
• Identify and address out-of-spec products and interpret customer specs.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying root causes and supporting QA programs.

Skills

Quality assurance

Food science

Meat processing

USDA regulations

Data analysis

Written & verbal communication

Monitoring equipment

Office software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Office software

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Food Safety & Quality Assurance professional to join our team. You will conduct routine inspections, enforce HACCP and USDA regulations, and monitor product quality from start to finish. You will work with production teams to resolve issues and drive improvements.

You must have a high school diploma or GED; an Associate's degree is preferred. Strong attention to detail and clear communication are essential for success in this role.