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Position at Pilgrim's

POSITION SUMMARY: Position is responsible for assisting the QA Supervisor in performing all duties and functions required for efficient operation of the department.  This position reports to the QA Supervisor.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

•  Aid and support the QA Supervisor in decision making and program implementation. 
• Performs inspections to monitor production and sanitation programs and procedures. 
• Assists in training and motivating employees to achieve their maximum quality and productivity performance levels. 
• Assists in the scheduling of staffing, materials, and equipment to most effectively and efficiently utilize departmental resources to achieve Pilgrim’s, USDA, and OSHA standards. 
• Maintain quality standards through process monitoring and inspection as well as informing Manager/Supervisor of process/product issues and departmental related issues. 
• Must comply with all Food Safety Quality Assurance policies and USDA regulations. Modeling and coaching these expectations to quality and facility team members. 
• Maintain records of department as well as issues memos and reports as directed.  Lead, monitor, and develop programs as necessary.  

EXPECTATATIONS – all Team Members

• Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies. 
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams. 
• Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks.  Consistently practices and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES 

• Thorough 1+ year experience as a QA Technician 
• Knowledge of supervisory management practices and principles 
• Knowledge of poultry plant processing (pet food, rendering, plant kill, debone),  
• General knowledge of product specifications necessary 
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to multitask and work quickly. 
• High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred. 
• Must have good communication skills as to communicate properly with all levels of management and USDA. 
• Personal computer skills required to perform basic computer tasks (Windows, Excel, and Access).   
• Basic Math Skills 
• Computer Skills 
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•  Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions in English (for record keeping purposes). 
• To perform this job successfully, applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EOE/Vet/Disabled 

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