Beyond Meat

QA Technician - 1st Shift

USA - Columbia MO

No sponsorshipDetected 83 days ago

Project ManagementHRGMPLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsFood Safety

About the role

By shifting from animal-based protein to plant-based protein, we can positively impact four growing global issues: human health, climate change, constraints on natural resources and animal welfare.
We focus on accelerating talent development, strengthening engagement, and enhancing the overall employee experience.
The QA Technician actively enforces regulatory standards and serves as a champion of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) throughout the facility.

Perform daily quality checks on production lines and processes throughout the shift
Complete and maintain accurate documentation related to production, packaging, labeling, food safety, and product quality
Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives related to quality systems
Perform other duties as assigned
Founded in 2009, Beyond Meat's core products are designed to have the same taste and texture as animal-based meat while being better for people and the planet.

Must be capable of writing detailed reports, providing general day-to-day oversight, and related correspondence.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
Must be able to occasionally climb stairs or a ladder to complete tasks.
Provide required documentation and print labels for production as needed
Strong mathematical skills
Strong problem solving and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; self-motivated and highly organized
Warehouse and production manufacturing environment includes both tempered and ambient areas.
The work environment is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position requires the ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods, step, balance, crouch, stoop, kneel, squat, bend, must be able to lift minimal 50 lbs. consistently, reach above shoulders, or as needed to complete tasks.
Position located in a mix of production and office environments and requires tolerance for consistent cold work environments (-10 to -40˚ F), high worker traffic, loud noises, odors, dust, and varying room temperatures.
This position will visit the production floor, refrigerated and frozen storage, and warehouses.
Work flexible shifts as required.
Overtime and occasional holiday work may be required depending on operational needs.

Minimum HS or GED education
2 to 3 years of experience in a food and/or beverage manufacturing environment preferred
Prior quality assurance / Quality Inspection experience preferred
The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands.

The starting hourly base pay for this role is between USD $21.00 and $27.00 per hour.
The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

The role may also be eligible for bonus and benefits.
If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration.

For all U.S. based roles: Applicants must be authorized to work for a U.S. employer.

This listing is sourced directly from Beyond Meat's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.