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QA Technician Lead - 2nd Shift - Waverly, NE

Tyson Foods
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Jun 2025

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Job Details:

At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.   Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Telehealth services
  • Well-Being Support Programs
  • FSA and HSA available
  • 401k
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
  • Fully Funded Education
  • Discount Program

*Sponsorship is not offered for this position, and applicant must reside in the United States.

Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format.

SUMMARY: This position is part of our Poultry Business Unit and assists the FSQA Manager in supervising the shift inspectors and inspects food products manufactured or processed by private company to ensure compliance with Food Safety and Specification Adherence by performing the following duties: Coordinate the activities of the FSQA Technicians and directly address issues of concern with the appropriate members of supervision. All Team Members are responsible for safety, which includes, but is not limited to, personal safety and food safety; any additional assignments requested.

Receive the overall plans for each day's activities from the FSQA Manager and implement them by breaking them down into detailed work assignments which are carried out by the FSQA Technicians. Participation in daily work assignments to accommodate vacations, days off or other.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Follow-up on the progress of all FSQA Technicians and the production activities taking place during the course of the shift and provide the necessary input to ensure that the FSQA objectives are met.

  • Meet with the FSQA Technicians at the beginning of the shift and brief them on their specific work assignments, the production schedule, and the areas where extra attention need to be placed during the shift.

  • Responsible for the training and proficiency development of all FSQA Technicians.

  • Review daily FSQA records for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to established requirements.

  • Investigate all issues where nonconformance's are identified on their shift and verify that all non-conforming product is properly isolated, identified and placed on Hold. Identify and address the cause of the problem.

  • Inform the FSQA manager of all Quality & Food Safety issues which were identified on their shift in a timely manner.

  • Inspect product to determine compliance with order specifications, company's quality control system for compliance with legal requirements, and shipping and packing facilities for conformity to specified standards.

  • Understand responsibilities and performs all duties in accordance to USDA, company policy, and established procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); preferably one to two years college or related experience.

Experience: 6 - months of FSQA experience preferred, poultry or food manufacturing a plus

Computer Skills: Basic computer skills

Communication Skills: Strong verbal communication skills.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, nationa

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