Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician 5 - 1st Shift - Newbern, TN 38059-2
LocationNewbern Plant - Newbern, Tennessee
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 8, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High school diploma or GED
Minimum of 1 year experience in the food manufacturing industry OR related Quality Assurance type experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Skills to complete Tyson paperwork
Ability to lead by example and motivate the hourly workforce
Good problem identification and problem-solving skills
Math and organizational skills
Ability to read and interpret product specifications
Must function well under stress
Must have flexibility to work where and when needed
Ability to lift materials and products up to 70 pounds
Ability to stand on hard surface for up to 12 hours per day
Must work in cold/hot temperatures
Must be able to work in wet environment
Repetitive bending, reaching, squatting, gripping, pushing and pulling
Must be able to reach high and low levels, frequently
Ability to climb step ladders and or stairs
Must be able to work overtime and weekends
Must have Lock Out Tag Out certification
Must reside in the United States to be considered
Sponsorship is not available for this position
Background check required
Benefits
Paid time off
401(k)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug benefits
Job Details:
Join our team as a Food Safety & Quality Assurance (FSQA) Technician, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. Your responsibilities will include:
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Performing physical and visual inspections of products and plant systems.
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Documenting and calculating results accurately.
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Taking corrective action, when necessary, such as alerting appropriate personnel to adjust processes, identifying, segregating, and isolating non-conforming products, and reporting results to management.
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Handling additional assignments as requested.
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Working Conditions
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Environment: Normal for a food manufacturing setting.
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Physical Requirements: Involves lifting materials and products up to 70 pounds.
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Safety Equipment: Use of steel-toed work boots, hardhats, safety glasses, hairnets, beard nets (if applicable), and smocks is required.
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Restrictions: Cell phones and jewelry are not permitted on the factory floor.
Requirements
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Education: High school diploma or GED.
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Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience in the food manufacturing industry OR related Quality Assurance type experience.
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Communication Skills: Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Special Skills:
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Must possess skills to complete Tyson paperwork.
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Ability to lead by example and motivate the hourly workforce.
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Good problem identification and problem-solving skills.
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Math and organizational skills.
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Ability to read and interpret product specifications.
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Must function well under stress.
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Must have flexibility to work where and when needed.
Physical Requirements:
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Position involves heavy lifting (50 lbs. or more).
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Ability to stand on hard surface for up to 12 hours per day
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Must work in cold/hot temperatures
•
Must be able to work in wet environment
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Repetitive bending, reaching, squatting, gripping, pushing and pulling
•
Must be able to reach high and low levels, frequently
•
Ability to climb step ladders and or stairs
•
Must be able to work overtime and weekends
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Position will require Lock Out Tag Out certification
Position Specific Requirements:
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Must reside in the United States to be considered.
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Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Local candidates will be given priority.
Join us and be part of a team that values safety, quality, and excellence. Apply now to make a significant impact on our food safety and quality assurance processes!
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
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Benefits
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
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