SQF Practitioner

ong Prairie Packing Company LLC an American Foods Group Company has an opportunity for a SQF Practitioner at our Long Prairie MN plant.

As our SQF Practitioner you will:

• Develop and lead the implementation of the SQF system at the facility.
• Provide maintenance and continuing improvement.
• Review and approve all SQF documents.
• Coordinate monthly SQF meetings as fitting with the Food Safety Team and the Food Quality Team to discuss and report issues concerns and improvements to maintain the integrity of the SQF system.
• Be responsible for overseeing the employee training processes to ensure the successful completion and implementation of all required trainings.
• Be responsible for staying current on all SQF updates and changes and communicating these changes to the Food Safety and Food Quality Team.
• Be responsible for validating changes to the SQF system as they apply to producing safe food.
• Maintain appropriate paperwork.
• Be required to communicate and work together with management and production workers to develop and maintain systems that promote quality.
• 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 (Required):

• 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 work temperatures warm hot humid cold wet or with slippery surfaces at varied heights in and around moving equipment and parts with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Must be able to perform the job duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Ability to work extended scheduled hours Monday through Saturday with daily overtime. Must be able to work overtime as required. Start times and hours vary based on production needs.

• Must be able to successfully complete training:

  • Safety.

  • Safe Quality Food (SQF).

  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

  • Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).

  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

  • Food defense.

What We Offer:

• The expected base salary range for this position is between $60000.00 to $80000.00 However your actual base pay may vary based on several factors including but not limited to your job-related experience qualifications skills expertise and geographic location.
• This base salary is a component of our total compensation package which also includes the following:
  • This position is eligible for the Companys discretionary annual bonus plan and merit increases.
  • Comprehensive benefits packages include Medical Dental and Vision Insurance.
  • 401(k)
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Our company supports your career growth with ongoing learning and training programs.

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.

Long Prairie Packing Company LLC an American Foods Group Company is a privately held beef processing company located in Long Prairie Minnesota. We appreciate our employees and reward them for a job well done. As a member of the team you will find yourself challenged and contributing in a significant way to the success of the business and you will be rewarded for that success.

Check Out the Long Prairie MN Area!

Improve your quality of life by residing in Long Prairie Minnesota a rural city located in the center of Minnesota - A short drive from many of the best recreational areas in Minnesota and not too far from the Twin Cities and the ever-famous Mall of America! Long Prairies museums scenic golf courses and historic buildings will fulfill your diverse interests.

The area also offers:

• Long Prairie Trails - 4 well-kept trails that extend throughout the entire city
• Lake Charlotte Beach which includes a swimming beach fishing pier and boat launch softball fields and much more!
• Year-round community events that the whole family will love.