Quality Assurance Supervisor - Poultry Kill Facility

Quality AssuranceSupervisor - Kill Plant

At Pilgrim’s, Safety IsACondition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

This positionis responsible forsupervision of Food Safety and Quality (FSQA) personnel, and quality programs, including the planning and implementation of the quality management program on the assigned shift in our kill plant.. The QA Supervisor oversees theteam inimplementation and daily execution of product specification testing, foodsafetyand quality procedures.Must be willing to work 3rd shift!

Responsibilities:

• Lead FSQA team activities, ensuring proper implementation of food safety and quality programs like HACCP and SSOP.
• Promote safety and compliance, coordinating training (e.g., LOTO) and reporting unsafe acts to prevent incidents.
• Recommend and communicate quality procedures, providing both classroom and hands-on training to staff.
• Collaboratewith operations and USDA personnel,maintainingstrong relationships and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Support issue resolutionthrough root cause analysis and ensure customer quality programs are followed.
• Manage hourly QA technicians, including scheduling and timekeeping using Kronos, and complete tasks assigned by QA leadership.
• Other duties as assigned

WhatYou’llNeed:

• Education:High School Diploma/GEDrequired; Associate degree preferred; or 3 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Certifications:GFSI (BRC specifically) training preferred.
• Experience:Supervisory experiencerequired, preferably in poultry processing or slaughter operations.Must have an understanding of USDA and OSHA regulations.
• Skills:Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience is a plus.Strong communicationand leadership skills, both written and verbal. Quick learner of customer quality programs and adaptable to change. Solid math and analytical abilities for problem-solving and decision-making. Reliable and ethical, witha strongwork ethic and punctuality. Team-oriented and self-motivated, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Ability tolift50 lbs.or more

Candidate Expectations:

• Occasional travel and overnight stays(1–4 days per trip).
• Flexible work schedule, including weekends and varied shifts.
• Positive and collaborative attitude, withstrong communicationacross teams.
• Independent andvalues-driven, supporting FSQA and company standards.
• Comfortable working in production areas, with attention to safety and equipment.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave;
• 401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range of$60,591 - $73,618.20
• Discretionary Bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s tri-annual bonus plan, the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program;
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs; and
• Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets

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