Smithfieldfoods

Assistant Food Safety & QA Manager

Crete, NE

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago

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About the role

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THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job.
Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

You verify USDA compliance through sound, science-based decisions, lead investigations into product issues, take corrective actions, and support audits and USDA system assessments.
Through training, quality planning, and strong process controls, you help drive continuous improvement and ensure product consistency and safety.
You collaborate with multiple departments to address process control needs and optimize yield, safety, and quality.
Sanitation Oversight & Micro Response: You manage the sanitation program, including writing regulatory documents, verifying sanitation effectiveness through micro sampling, and responding to negative shelf-life or micro data.
You lead GMP and sanitation audits, train staff, and work closely with USDA to ensure high sanitation standards.
SQF & Team Leadership: You maintain and reassess the SQF Quality Plan, ensuring compliance with all relevant sections and adapting to changes in production.
You communicate system updates, manage FSQA personnel performance and schedules, and ensure your team supports the ongoing integrity of the SQF system.
Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

In this role, you will work closely with both plant and corporate FS/QA leaders, gaining valuable experience in implementing food safety procedures and maintaining compliance with USDA and FDA standards.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 3+ years of relevant experience in the food industry
Must have the ability to complete required applicable forms in English, which requires the ability to read and write in English.
Possesses hands-on experience with microbiological testing of meat and poultry products, along with a solid understanding of foodborne pathogens, microbiological and limited chemistry testing.
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of USDA, FSIS, HACCP, and SSOP requirements, and familiarity with QMS systems, SAP, and various database and inventory software tools.
They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Willingness to travel up to 10% and work extended hours or weekends as needed.
USDA/HACCP Certification
SQF Certified Expert
Knowledge and understanding of quality assurance principles, food science and meat processing, SPC and statistics
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Skilled in decision-making, problem-solving, and responding to quality and compliance issues in a timely and effective manner.
Maintains a high standard of documentation and compliance.

Have a seat at our table.
When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet.
With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.
Communication and Analytical Skills: Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to address inquiries from regulatory agencies, customers, and internal stakeholders.

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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