Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician

Reporting to: QA Supervisor

Duties and Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Auditing, documenting and enforcing USDA and facility regulations

• Perform checks and verifications to ensure food safety and quality program is being followed

• Monitor SOPs, SSOPs, GMPs and perform HACCP procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

• Must work with FSIS/USDA and present records per the agency’s request

• Aid Quality Assurance Supervisor and management in gathering data for investigations

• Work closely with production associates in monitoring meat product AQL standards and specifications, correcting any deficiencies and notifying management of any violations of USDA regulations or HACCP requirements.

• Maintain lab equipment by ensuring proper cleaning and regular maintenance is performed

• Perform all other duties as assigned

  Key Qualifications, Abilities , and Skills:

• Must be able to work flexible hours , overtime and some weekends

• Must b e willing to learn all aspects of food safety

• Must have strong verbal and written English communication skills

• Must b e willing to work in both hot and cold environments

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

  EOE/Vet s / Disability