Smithfield
Food Safety and Quality Assurance
FSQANSISTechnologist
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“FSQA NSIS Technologist at Smithfield. Skills: Food Safety, Quality Assurance, USDA regulations, NSIS procedures. Conduct routine sanitation checks. Perform NSIS procedures”
What You'll Achieve.
Maintaining the highest standards of food safety; Ensuring that HACCP and USDA regulations are consistently followed; Safe delivery of our top-quality products; Ensuring the safety and quality of our products every step of the way; Ensuring compliance with Federal Regulations, Directives, and Guidelines; Continuously improve product quality
Industry & Context.
Problem-solve; Apply technical knowledge to prevent and resolve product/process failures
Plant setting, Wet or humid conditions, Extreme cold and heat, Working near moving mechanical parts, Exposure to fumes or airborne particles, Exposure to chemicals, Noise level can be loud, Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Ability to perform repetitive tasks, Stand for prolonged period of time, Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus, Ability to identify color properly, Exposed to temperatures ranging from below 40 – above 90 degrees, Work in warm and cold area simultaneously, Continually stand, Use hands to handle or reach with hands, Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, Talk or hear, Work in livestock areas with and around live animals, Process fine motor skills, Hand eye coordination
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to complete required applicable forms in English, Ability to read and write in English, Ability to follow written and verbal directions, Create and interpret technical documents, Use monitoring equipment, Work with software like spreadsheets, presentations, and word processing, Written and verbal communication skills, Ability to make decisions, Problem-solve, Work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, Foster positive relationships, Foster a team-oriented atmosphere, Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Ability to perform repetitive tasks, Stand for prolonged period of time, Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus, Ability to identify color properly, Exposed to temperatures ranging from below 40 – above 90 degrees, Work in warm and cold area simultaneously, Continually stand, Use hands to handle or reach with hands, Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, Talk or hear, Work in livestock areas with and around live animals, Process fine motor skills, Hand eye coordination
Nice to Have
2+ years’ experience (Harvest processing, USDA inspector, or FSQA) in a related field, Bilingual skills
What You'll Do.
Conduct routine sanitation checks
Perform NSIS procedures
Recognize and identify diseases
Ensure products meet RTC pork definitions
Interpret customer specifications
Continuously improve product quality
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with other departments to implement procedure changes; Address non-compliance issues; Work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment; Foster positive relationships; Foster a team-oriented atmosphere
Communication Scope
Written and verbal communication skills for reporting; Addressing inquiries from customers or regulatory agencies; Communicate effectively in diverse, multicultural environments
Full Job Description
**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** 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. **Apply Now!** **THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:** _The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section._ As a valued member of our Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FS/QA) team, you’ll play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of food safety. You’ll conduct routine sanitation checks, ensuring that HACCP and USDA regulations are consistently followed. Your work will directly impact the safe delivery of our top-quality products from renowned brands like Smithfield, Eckrich, and Nathan’s Famous, all the way to our customers and consumers. In this role, you’ll be responsible for performing NSIS procedures. The New Swine Inspection System (NSIS), developed by the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), is designed to create a more flexible, efficient, and fully integrated meat inspection system. Unlike traditional methods, NSIS shifts more control to the establishment, with Agency personnel focusing on carcass and verification activities. As an NSIS Technologist, you’ll conduct critical inspections of live hogs, heads, carcasses, and viscera. You’ll be on the front lines, identifying and controlling potential food safety hazards related to pathological conditions and contamination during processing, ensuring
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