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Full Time

Starting Pay: $20.00 Hourly

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The Raw Meat Production Associate is responsible for performing various positions on each production line to prepare raw meat, pre-cut by our suppliers, for cooking in our smokehouses.

The job requires standing and the ability to operate machinery and other production equipment. Our plant is temperature controlled, so work is performed in a constant cool, 38°F wet environment.

Both entry level and experienced members are welcome.

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Full Time

Starting Pay: $19.00 Hourly

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The Ready-to-Eat Production Associate is responsible for performing various positions on each production line to prepare and package cooked meat for retail sale.

The job requires standing and the ability to operate machinery and other production equipment. Our plant is temperature controlled, so work is performed in a constant cool, 35°F dry environment.

Both entry level and experienced members are welcome.

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Full Time

Starting Pay: $19.00 Hourly

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The Boxing Associate is responsible for performing various positions on each production line, including labeling, packing and palletizing packaged meat products.

The job requires standing and the ability to operate machinery and other production equipment. Our plant is temperature controlled, so work is performed in a constant cool, 40°F dry environment.

Both entry level and experienced members are welcome.

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Part-Time:  3 days a week based off employee’s availability.

Starting Pay: $17.00 – $19.00/hour, depending on shift and department.

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Part-Time Associates support our Raw, Ready-To-Eat and Boxing departments on both 1st and 2nd shifts. The Associate is responsible for performing various positions on each production line, such as slicer, bagger, product loader, peeler, buttoner, padder, scale operator, packer, stacker, and labeler.

The job requires standing and the ability to operate machinery and other production equipment. Must practice safety, cleanliness and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and be able to lift production materials weighing up to 60 lbs. Our plant is temperature controlled, so work is performed in a constant cool, 35-45°F environment.

Both entry level and experienced members are welcome.

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Full Time

Pay: $27.00 – $35.00 Hourly

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Education Required: Associates’ Degree or Certification from Technical College preferred – OR – Combination of education and work experience.

Job Description: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the completion of assigned maintenance projects in a safe and timely manner. While coordinating with production schedules and department supervisors, maintenance techs are called upon to install, maintain, and program advanced manufacturing equipment including robotics, PLCs, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems.

The job requires standing and the ability to lift up to 80 lbs. Technicians are expected to constantly inspect, repair, remove and replace machinery and other production equipment. Our plant is temperature controlled, so work is typically performed in cool, 45-degree rooms and damp conditions, but must occasionally be conducted in a temperature range of -5 to 100 degrees both in and out of the building.

Keeping the plant and the equipment therein in good, working condition is vital for not just productivity, but also for safety, so it’s very important that maintenance techs are reliable – maintaining good attendance and working overtime as needed. Strong troubleshooting skills are also a must to identify probable causes and determine the best course of action to resolve mechanical or electrical issues.

5 years’ experience in manufacturing is preferred, and Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and 5S training are a strong plus. Strong skills in the areas of electrical, plumbing, welding, hydraulics, diagnostics, tube bending, pipe threading, use of power tools and mechanical skills are required.

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Full Time:  7 a.m. – 4 p.m., M-F, flexing as needed to meet position requirements, which may included extended days and weekend hours.

Pay: Salary (Supervisor)

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Job Description:

The QA Manager works closely with the Director of Food Safety & Product Development to directly oversee the activity of the QA department and monitor food safety as well as monitoring the quality practices of 300 production associates. The QA Manager will staff and maintain a food safety team focused on product safety, quality and reliability for Frick’s products and processes.

Education & Experience Required:

• BS. degree in food technology, food/meat/animal science, food safety or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) field or related field required with supervisory experience.
• HACCP certified or HACCP specific training.
• Through knowledge of food safety including USDA regulations, sanitation SOPs, equipment sanitary design, GMPs and GFSI auditing standard.
• Experience with tracking and trending data analysis.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Essential Functions:

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all HACCP, GMPs, sanitation preventive controls, supply chain preventive controls, and all other prerequisite food safety standards are met and routinely updated according to USDA and company requirements.
• Work with USDA inspectors on a daily basis to meet all regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for on-going maintenance of the Food Safety and Crisis Management Plan. Must be able to identify deficiencies and implement new strategies.
• Oversee pre-operative sanitation review function to ensure monitoring, corrections, and verification.
• Oversight of pathogen environmental monitoring program.
• Lead/oversee all food safety and product audits conducted by USDA, third-party agencies (GFSI), and customers.
• Ensure complete traceability of incoming raw materials and finished product while managing lot code tracking and written recall program.
• Collecting and shipping samples for sales department.

Quality Assurance & Control

• Lead the development and execution of food safety and quality programs to support the organization’s goals.
• Implement and maintain quality checks & product records in Red Zone software.
• Maintain detailed records of product quality checks, process controls, procedures, internal audits, etc. for regulatory and audit compliance.
• Ensure all QA checks are correctly completed and all non-compliances found have had the correct action taken and signed off.
• Track and manage product returns and hold processes.
• Review & track customer and consumer feedback. Respond to consumer safety and quality concerns.
• Identify and analyze issues, defects, and other opportunities; recommend and facilitate solutions.

Team Leadership & Communication

• Responsible for the leadership, training/development, and motivation of QA Team.
• Communicate quality standards and parameters to suppliers, QA staff, production associates, and other appropriate staff.
• Actively and cooperatively participates in team collaboration efforts to improve common workflows, procedures, and tasks to increase efficiency and assure stakeholder satisfaction.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and R&D teams to ensure quality of raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished products.

Raw Materials & Product Management

• Oversee incoming raw material (raw meat) audits and documentation.

Document Control & Training

• Maintain document control system for all QA-related SOPs, records, forms, and procedures.
• Oversee employee training programs on food safety and quality procedures, including refresher training and onboarding.

Risk Management / Crisis Simulation

• Coordinate mock recalls, crisis simulations, and incident reviews to ensure preparedness.
• Maintain updated risk assessments (biological, chemical, physical hazards) for all production processes.

Competencies

• Detail oriented with excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Display strong organizational skills and attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills.
• A general understanding of yields, overpacks, labor costs, waste control, efficiencies, inventory control, and worker safety.

Technical Expertise in Food Safety & Quality Systems

• Deep understanding of food safety regulations (USDA, HACCP, GMPs, FSMA, GFSI standards).
• Proficient in quality assurance methodologies including SPC, internal audits, environmental monitoring, and sanitation validation.
• Experience with traceability, recall programs, and preventive controls.

Leadership & People Development

• Strong team leadership and coaching skills, including performance management and employee development.
• Ability to build a high-performing team and foster accountability.
• Inspires a culture of food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with USDA officials, internal departments, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to translate technical information into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Skilled in collaboration with production, procurement, R&D, and customer service.

Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve quality and safety issues.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis (RCA) and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Drives data-informed decision making
• Supports: Incident management, non-compliance resolution, defect identification, continuous improvement.

Regulatory & Audit Preparedness

• Skilled in preparing for and leading third-party, customer, and government audits.
• Maintains audit-ready documentation and corrects gaps proactively.
• Understands audit protocols, scoring systems, and best practices.

Systems Thinking & Process Management

• Ability to manage complex processes, workflows, and documentation systems (e.g., Red Zone, ROSS systems).
• Thinks strategically about systems integration and process improvements.
• Drives efficiency while maintaining quality standards.

Data Analysis & KPI Management

• Comfortable using metrics and data dashboards to monitor performance (e.g., quality scores, consumer complaints, returns).
• Understands how to use KPIs to drive decisions and report to leadership.
• Identifies trends and leverages them to improve performance.

Risk Management & Crisis Readiness

• Ability to assess potential food safety risks and build mitigation plans.
• Leads mock recalls, crisis simulations, and real-time issue responses.
• Stays calm under pressure and provides structured responses to emergencies.

Project Management

• Manages multiple initiatives with competing deadlines.
• Able to lead cross-functional projects such as system upgrades, product launches, or process changes.
• Organized, resourceful, and results-driven.

Continuous Improvement Mindset

• Encourages innovation and drives change without compromising safety or quality.
• Champions Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement tools.
• Open to feedback and promotes a learning culture.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• This position is based between an office and cold manufacturing environment, with up to 50% of the daily activities taking place in the production areas. Production area temperatures range from 28-45 degrees Fahrenheit, employees are exposed to loud noises.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time throughout the facility.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, carry, or move up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, climb stairs, and perform inspections in production and storage areas.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, hairnets, or lab coats as needed.
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, and inspection instruments; ability to detect visual quality defects.
• Hearing ability sufficient to detect alarms, communicate effectively, and work in a production environment with moderate noise levels.
• May require standing or walking on hard surfaces for up to 8–10 hours per shift when performing audits or inspections.
• Ability to travel between multiple facilities or to supplier sites as needed.

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