Soy Ops Assurance Technician
Cofield, North Carolina, United States Job ID 78633 Job Category ProductionPerdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.
Summary
Perdue AgriBusiness, LLC, has an immediate opening for a Soy Ops Quality Assurance Technician at our Soybean Processing facility in Cofield, NC. This position is responsible for to perform quality assurance analyses of crush products and to document analytical results.
In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.
Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform routine physical checks, tests, and audits of raw materials, in-progress items, and finished product.
- Adhere to internal and external quality standards, safety guidelines, and efficiency targets.
- Identify, document, and disposition non-conforming products; investigate root causes of failures.
- Create quality reports, maintain records and update quality procedures.
- Develop and implement corrective/preventive actions and recommend process enhancements to reduce waste and improve quality.
- Work with operations, and management to resolve issues and identify processes.
- Perform all work within safety guidelines established by local, state and federal agencies as well as company policies, and within established CGMP’s.
- Backfill in positions when shifts are short on manpower.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Minimum Education
- High School Diploma / GED
- Bachelor's degree or relevant technical experience (preferred)
- Reading, writing and math skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical skills, problem solving, and communication
Experience Requirements
- 2-4 years of Professional experience around data analysis, auditing principles, relevant industry standards, soybean processing manufacturing process.
- Previous QA experience preferred, knowledge of the operational mechanics of a solvent extraction facility.
Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements
Able to move freely throughout the Production areas to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150'), carrying equipment or samples (0-50 pounds), exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), noise (50db to 100db) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available). Must be able to wear protective equipment.
Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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