• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Ability to work with mathematical concepts related to formulations and practical situations.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in-group problem solving situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Excellent analytical skills and ability to work independently. Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers. Bilingual is a Plus.
• Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit, Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Change Management - Communicates changes effectively; Prepares and supports those affected by change.
• Computer Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Physical Demands:Must be physically capable to work in current refrigerated environment conditions.
• Must be capable to work on the production floor.
• Must be able to perform shift work.

Ensure product quality through the implementation and monitoring of Food Safety Programs for:

• SOP, SSOP
• Measuring process control and adherence to specifications
• Supervise and Assist the Quality Assurance Technicians.
• Follow up with implemented programs to ensure compliance with GMP’s by all employees and other personnel in the production facility
• Determine the efficacy of biological and sanitation monitoring programs
• Maintains a fair and professional work environment that focuses on business objectives
• Assists in developing and maintaining training and development programs that support key performance goals for the Company
• Must be familiar with a USDA Meat and Poultry manufacturing facility
• Assist in developing and maintaining a Microbiological Program for Raw and Finished Products
• Conduct / complete internal facility audits

• Prevent food safety and foreign material incidents by working with operations to develop preventative programs
• Audit operations to verify written programs are being followed
• Verify finished products meet internal and customer specifications
• Develop and manage all technical, government, and customer required documentation regarding operations
• Develop and manage liaison between company and USDA
• Oversee third party audits and implement procedural changes
• Provide technical data to internal and external customers as required
• Oversee daily operations of in-house microbiological and chemistry laboratories
• Authorize personnel to perform specific laboratory activities, including but not limited to report, review, and authorization of results

• Frequently required to stand, talk, walk, and hear in a production environment; occasionally required to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds;
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust vision focus;
• Work is performed in a production setting with moderate to intense noise levels;
• Work is performed in a fluctuating temperature environment (typically 72 degrees to -10 degrees)

Note: The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company