QA Tech

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Located in Southaven, MS

Salary: 19.50

Technician – Quality Assurance

General Summary
Monitors key process control points during production operations. Documents and reports any food safety or quality issues so that corrective actions can be taken.

Benefits and Culture
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers, and save for the future. Employees are offered choices whenever possible, recognizing the diverse and ever-changing needs of our workforce. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life insurance, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be your Employer of Choice by investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where individuals want to build a lasting career.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Documents and reports any food safety or quality issues and participates in determining corrective actions.

• Assists with pre-operational inspections of the production plant and equipment and completes related documentation.

• Performs process verification checks at critical food safety and quality points according to the facility’s Food Safety and Quality Plans.

• Participates in determining corrective actions when verification checks fall outside established limits.

• Verifies facility environmental conditions including temperature, sanitizer concentration, and other food-safety-related factors.

• Completes Hold Tags and Cooling Tags as needed to isolate non-conforming ingredients or products.

• Conducts and documents daily product reviews; evaluates sensory attributes of finished products.

• Maintains accurate records and follows all documentation protocols.

• Adheres to and monitors programs such as HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practices, foreign material control, plant sanitation, product quality assurance, and other assigned programs.

• Must be trained in HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) processes and adhere to approved procedures.

Job Specifications

• Associate degree in a science-related field, or 1+ years in a Quality Assurance role, or equivalent experience.

• Basic knowledge of GMPs, Food Safety, and general safety requirements.

• Ability to read, write, and speak English at a proficiency level adequate for understanding food safety documentation, ingredient labels, and related materials.

• Basic computer skills, including email, Word, and Excel.

• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.

Working Conditions

• Food processing, warehouse, and food laboratory environments.

• Conditions may be wet or dry, with temperatures ranging from 25°F to 110°F.

• Regularly required to stand and walk; must be able to climb ladders, bend, reach, and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.

• Production demands may require overtime and/or evening or weekend scheduling.

Company Overview
A leading provider of fresh refrigerated deli salads, side dishes, and prepared foods for the supermarket, club store, and food service industries. Family-owned and operated since 1950, the company supports community events and provides high-quality meals for families. With more than 4,500 employees, the organization operates multiple facilities across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada and is committed to supporting the communities it serves.

 

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