QA - General Labor Lead Night Shift
Prince George, VA, US, 23875
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.
Summary
Join our team as a QA Lead! We’re looking for dedicated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety. As a QA Lead, you’ll play a crucial role in overseeing our production and/or warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in monitoring production processes of the facility to ensure all products meet company quality and food safety requirements during plant operations to ensure compliance with all company, regulatory and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards. If you are a strong communicator with a passion for teamwork and excellence, we want to hear from you!
Shift(s)
- Usually works three to five days a week, with overtime required based on production need
- 7:00pm - 4:30am Monday - Friday
Pay and Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Access to your pay in advance with PayActiv.
- Career advancement opportunities within the organization.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensures product meets internal and customer specifications and takes appropriate actions when a non-compliance is noted.
- Accurately conducts product reviews for compliance to include grading, packaging and weights.
- Performs and accurately records quality checks on product and regulatory checks as specified within company programs and USDA regulations.
- Monitors associates' work practices and addresses any deficiencies noticed immediately while continually evaluating potential for foreign material contamination while in assigned work areas.
- Inspects equipment for cleanliness and proper working condition prior to start up and records findings.
Minimum Education
- High school or equivalent but not required
Experience Requirements
- A minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one (1) employer in the past one (1) year.
Experience Preferred
- Previous experience in food quality and/or safety preferred
- Previous experience in a lead or supervisory role in a distribution/production/manufacturing environment preferred
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
When in a plant environment:
- Ability to tolerate exposure to wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
- Ability to stand for an extended period and perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs by reaching, bending, and pushing boxes.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection as required.
- May work in an environment with varying temperatures between 25 degrees and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
- May handle product varying in temperatures between 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
- May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db.
- Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Nearest Major Market: Richmond