Job Description

The Food Safety Quality Assurance Technician (FSQA) – New Oxford Facility provides monitoring and guidance for food regulatory, food safety, and quality assurance initiatives while reinforcing our Sandridge Core Values. The FSQA Technician works under the direction of the New Oxford FSQA Manager to support the Company’s standards for product quality and integrity. Compensation   • Starting hourly wage of $19.06 to $24.72 (plus Shift Differential) based on the Candidate’s combination of education and experience. • Shift Differentials; $1.00 / Hour for 3rd Shift, $2.00 / Hour for 2nd Shift. • Full health benefits program on the 1st of the month following sixty (60) days of service. • 401(k) with Company Matching. • Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, and Holidays). • Numerous Employee Wellness and Support Initiatives. Responsibilities: • Provide guidance for specific USDA/FSIS & FDA Regulations applicable to the production of Ready-to-Eat Fresh Salads and Entrées (HACCP, SSOP, Net Weights, & Pre-requisite Programs). • Perform daily pre-operational facility and equipment sanitation inspections. • Implement quality assurance techniques and programs that assure finished product 100% First Time Quality (i.e., raw material and finished product organoleptic testing, process control audits, and laboratory analytical testing – titratable acidity, pH, and moisture evaluations). • Periodic interaction with the on-site Regulatory USDA/FSIS Inspectors. • Review for accuracy and completeness the daily documents generated during the production processes and procedures. • Provide food safety and quality assurance guidance and support for all external multi-functional departments. • Fosters continuous improvement efforts. Qualifications: Required Qualifications • Authorized to work in the United States of America • High School Diploma or GED required. • Ability to effectively read, legibly write, and speak the English language. • High attention to detail and demonstrated verbatim compliance with policies, procedures, and practices. • Willingness to satisfactorily complete both a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug screen. • Ability and willingness to work assigned 2nd or 3rd shift. • Ability and willingness to work overtime (as required).   Preferred Qualifications • Associate’s Degree or greater in any discipline, with highest consideration for concentrations in Culinary Arts, Food Nutrition, Food Science, or Microbiology. • Previous experience in a food service or food manufacturing facility. • HACCP Certificate – Supported by the International Alliance (USDA Products). • ServSafe Certification. • Ability and willingness to work assigned 2nd or 3rd shift. • Ability and willingness to work overtime (as required).   About Company: Sandridge Crafted Foods has earned its place as a leader in chef-crafted food for a reason. It’s our continuing investment in our people and culture – from chefs and food scientists to those who craft and deliver our products – and cutting-edge processes that ensure you always get the highest quality, freshest products on your shelves, in your commercial kitchens, and on the table to delight your customers.

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Hourly pay, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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