FSQA Tech Trainee

Can you cut it with the industry leaders in meat portioning and cooking? We’re always looking for sharp minds and sure hands to join our family business. We are committed to maintaining a safe, diverse, and welcoming workplace for all.

SUMMARY: The FSQA Tech Trainee is a multiple task position and is part of a dynamic team.  The candidate will be responsible for monitoring Food Safety and Quality Procedures.  The FSQA Technician I is responsible for following proper program procedures, verification of procedures, record keeping and documentation, and corrective actions throughout the day. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Process control of Food Safety and HACCP Systems
• Process control through verification of programs, processes, and finish goods specifications
• Maintenance of customer specifications
• Knowledgeable of USDA role and contact of onsite FSIS Inspector
• USDA (MT) Sampling
• Pre-Operational Microbial Sampling
• New Hire GMP, Food Safety, and Food Defense Orientation
• Raw Material Audits and Verification of Supplier Specifications
• Verification of packaging, pack dates, and product codes
• Responsible for monitoring and enforcing all Good Manufacturing Practices
• Reporting violations and non-conformances to the FSQA Manager or FSQA Supervisor
• Responsible for completing reports and finishing tasks assigned by the FSQA Manager or FSQA Supervisor
• Must be flexible to working overtime and weekends
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• 6 months of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and must be able to communicate with all personnel.
• Bilingual is a plus.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office Skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Cold Temperature:  <40 °F Cooler                 <0 °F Freezer

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme cold temperature.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

NOTE: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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