Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN.  Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com/ to learn more!

 

Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, is home to the innovators and formulators who turn the desire for leaner, tastier, healthier or otherwise better pet food into an actual product on the shelves. Everything we do is custom-made for every customer, and we're the only canner to do so. Learn more about what we do at fuillc.com/performance-pet-products/.

 

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Compliance Specialist for our cannery in Mitchell, SD. We offer a competitive salary, and a complete benefits package includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

 

Schedule 

 

Monday-Friday, 6:00am – 4:00pm

 

Actual working hours may vary based on team needs

 

Areas of Accountability 

 

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

 

Mentorship & Training                        Safety & Quality Compliance

 

Regulatory Compliance                        Records / Reporting 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

Provide technical support with expertise in food safety, quality, and regulation 

 

Maintain accurate and organized electronic filing systems, consistently available for inspections and/or audits

 

Assist in conducting compliance reviews of internal controls and procedures in all areas of program operations

 

Aid in all state and import/export certifications and licensing 

 

Perform compliance inspections and follow up on nonconformances and corrective actions

 

Ensure compliance with and maintain food safety/quality certifications, registrations, and licensing

 

Maintain compliance with product specifications, labeling, and regulatory standards 

 

Ensure regulatory requirements are met for product safety and quality control and recommend corrective actions, as needed

 

Assist with audits – internal, customer, 3rd party (GFSI, SQF, etc.), and regulatory agencies (FDA, State Food and OSHA) 

 

Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed and being used according to SOPs; collect and review documentation  

 

Verify accuracy and completeness of data provided and entered by other Quality Control employees

 

Work safely, comply, and enforce all company and regulatory safety/environmental policies, practices, and procedures

 

Train and assist in other departments or throughout facility to provide additional coverage or leadership, as needed

 

Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance

 

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload. 

 

Qualifications

 

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, food science, biology, or related field; or comparable years’ experience, preferred

 

PCQI and/or SQF certification, or willingness to achieve both certifications

 

5+ years of experience in manufacturing/QA Assurance and compliance; preferably food manufacturing

 

2+ years’ experience in food/feed safety, quality assurance, and/or lab environment

 

Advanced written and verbal communication with high level of professionalism  

 

High level of confidentiality, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail

 

Strong sense of initiative and independent problem-solving with the ability to manage time and deadlines with little supervision

 

Ability to understand and operate basic computer systems

 

Experience with developing safety and regulatory plans (i.e. – SOP, HACCP, FSMA, etc.)

 

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

 

Ability to perform safety sensitive position

 

Ability to work in a facility that processes multiple proteins including beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, lamb, rabbit, kangaroo, and egg

 

Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes

 

Physical Requirements

 

Perform desk work (sitting or standing) for up to 70% of workday

 

Repetitively use wrist, hand, and/or fingers

 

Frequently lift up to 50 pounds

 

Frequently walk and bend at the knees and/or waist

 

Frequently climb steps and/or ladders up to 10 feet and perform duties on an elevated surface

 

Ability to tolerate varying environmental conditions; wet, slippery conditions; and confined spaces