Food Safety and Quality technician

Overview

The FSQA Technician assists with the direction, planning, supervision and control of all aspects of plant/corporate Food Safety & Quality operations, including the development, training, implementation and reporting of QA/HACCP into facility processes; monitor and maintain compliance with USDA regulations and requirements; consistently implement requirements for 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 of absence or incapacity.

• Initiative, adaptability, and leadership skills are necessary for success in the position. Must have a team player attitude; ability to resolve conflict is desirable.
• Maintain accurate documentation on paper forms or electronic auditing platforms.
• Read and interpret corporate product specifications.
• Pull/observe a random sample to assess true results rather than selecting pieces to pass or fail.
• Work without direct supervision.
• Learn FSQA monitoring responsibilities for Kill and Cut side operations.
• Perform various FSQA and internal audits; online inspection may be part of the audit process, with the potential for increased audits if trends or problems arise.
• Optional:
  Complete basic SQF training.
• Optional:
  Obtain HACCP certification.
• Perform other tasks assigned by FSQA management as business needs progress.
• Cross-train and rotate to other roles within the department including NSIS Sorter (ensure appropriate JSA reviewed and signed off on).

• Education and/or experience: combination preferred; reasonable accommodations available to enable essential functions.
• Communication skills: respectful conduct with teammates, production, and upper management; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Language:
  English required; ability to communicate with management and others inside and outside the organization.
• Mathematical skills: basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Reasoning ability: define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make decisions with sound judgment.
• Other skills: familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word; basic computer skills to generate letters, procedures, spreadsheets and graphs.
• Physical demands: stand, walk, move about the facility; occasionally lift/push/pull up to 40 pounds; climb ladders and platforms; enter confined spaces; wear safety equipment; use knives when cross training for NSIS Sorter; work in office and production environments with varying temperatures and noise; occasional visits to customer and supplier facilities.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Core competencies include Customer Focus, Resourcefulness, Conflict Management, Effective Communication, Instilling Trust, Resilience, and more as described in the original job text.

Must believe and lead STF’s mission of producing quality pork products, igniting the passion and growth of our team members, helping the community thrive, and making the business prosperous. Embrace STF’s vision of being a place where everyone belongs, working as one to build the future. Live STF’s values in decisions, behaviors, and interactions, including:

• Safety - Commit to the safety and welfare of all employees through prevention, education, and awareness, aiming to eliminate workplace accidents.
• Quality - Provide a safe, quality product by maintaining high food safety standards and meeting customer specifications.
• Diversity - Embrace diverse identity, experience, and thought; promote inclusive behaviors to create a positive work experience.
• Community - Be a positive representative of STF in the community and support organizations working for Siouxland.
• Sustainability - Be a steward of the earth by managing environmental impact.

Location note:
Sioux City, IA.