USD $27.60/Hr.

Job Summary The QA sorter lead will conduct carcass and carcass part sorting activities and identify any abnormal conditions or defects before carcasses and their parts are presented to online inspectors. This person will focus on overseeing the QA sorters and assist with their qualifications and ongoing training. Key Responsibilities Perform the QA sorter job. Oversee and assist the QA Sorter department. Control day‑to‑day QA Sorter department activities according to prescribed schedules, priorities, operation sequence, and processing specifications. Cover QA Sorter duties when someone is absent. Train employees in QA sorter areas. Ensure the safety and productivity of production employees in designated area(s). Serve as a leadership resource to employees, providing knowledge, experience, motivation, support, and advice. Maintain safety, housekeeping, and proper operation of equipment. Evaluate department work performance and take corrective action in accordance with company standard practices and procedures. Complete required paperwork. Assist meetings. Note: This description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal. Minimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age or older. Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship. Must be able to work in a variety of temperatures and environments, using personal protective equipment (PPE). High school diploma or GED. Demonstrated knowledge of food safety and quality. Must be able to successfully complete training: Beef Modernization Straight knife, steel, hook Preferred Qualifications Previous FSIS inspector training and experience. Knife experience. Bilingual. Quality assurance experience. Hands‑on knowledge, training and/or experience in Basic Microbiology, Basic Chemistry, Sanitation, and HACCP. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment. Strong attention to detail and observational skills. Knowledge of beef anatomy to recognize common parts of the beef carcass, skeleton, and digestive tract. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. We participate in the E‑Verify program in certain locations as required by law. What we offer Competitive total compensation package for you and your family. Excellent benefit plan. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401(k), Long & Short Term Disability, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Foods Group