Quality Assurance Lead (3rd Shift)

Date: Sep 30, 2025

Location:

Rockingham, NC, US, 28379

Req ID: 77730

Job Function: Food Safety/Quality Assurance

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. 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

Provides work direction and training to the QA and Food Safety production associates. May fill in for the QA/Food Safety Supervisor in their absence.

Schedule: 3rd Shift

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provides work direction and training to QA non-exempt production associates. Assists QA Supervisor with hourly staffing in the QA department.
Ensures quality checks attribute checks are completed on all production lines hourly or as required by QA management.
Acts as a backup and is trained for both the QA General Labor and HACCP Verifier positions.
Ensures HACCP and SSOP checks are completed as required by the facility's regulatory programs.

Minimum Education

High school or equivalent

Experience Requirements

2 plus years work experience.
Good communication (both oral and written) and math skills.

Experience Preferred

Experience in food quality and/or safety.

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

When in a plant environment: Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces.
May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity.
May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. May be exposed to dust, feathers and all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility.
Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
Occasional exposure to carbon dioxide vapors 10ppm and chlorine less than 20 ppm.
Able to stand for several hours. Work may include lifting (up to 50 lbs), reaching, bending, pushing boxes on conveyor assembly.

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