SUMMARY:  The FSQA Technician assists with the direction, planning, supervision and control of all aspects of plant/corporate Food Safety & Quality operations to include; coordination of the development, training, implementation and reporting is QA/HACCP into 100% of facility processes; monitor and maintain compliance with USDA regulations and requirements; consistently implement requirements set forth for maintaining the highest standard of food safety and quality for products and services. The FSQA Supervisor will assume the responsibilities of the FSQA technician in the event they are absent or incapacitated. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. 

• Initiative, adaptability, and leadership skills are necessary for success in the position. Must have a team player attitude and the ability, when necessary, to withstand conflict is desirable. 

• Must be able to keep accurate documentation either on paper forms or using electronic auditing platforms.  

• Must be able to read and interpret corporate product specifications.  

• Required to pull/observe a “true sample” by choosing “random” pieces/carcass/etc. and not selecting pieces that would either pass or fail. 

• Ability to work without direct supervision. 

• Learn FSQA Monitoring responsibilities for the Kill and Cut side operation. 

• Perform various FSQA and internal audits, which may increase if trends or periodic problems arise.  Online inspection can also be considered part of the audit process. 

• Optional: Complete basic SQF training. 

• Optional: Obtain HACCP certification 

• Perform various other tasks that may be assigned by the FSQA management team as business needs progress. 

• Must cross train and rotate to other roles within the department including NSIS Sorter. (When cross training ensure appropriate JSA has been reviewed and signed off on.) 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:  Combination of education and experience that enables performance in all aspects of the position is preferred.  

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Must be able to conduct themselves in a respectful manner with teammates, production, and upper management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.   

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must be able to effectively communicate with management personnel and others within and outside of the organization. English is required.  

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply use of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) is required.   

REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Should be capable of making decisions utilizing sound judgement. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Prefer knowledge in Microsoft Excel and Word, as well as basic computer skills to include generating letters, procedures, spreadsheets and/or graphs.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; move about the facility. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift, push/pull up to 40 pounds.  Must be able to climb ladders and platforms and enter confined spaces.  Must be able to wear all safety equipment and use knives when cross training and filling in for NSIS Sorter role.  Individual must be able to effectively work in an office environment as well as normal production environment where temperatures and noise levels may vary. Visits to customer and supplier facilities may also be required.