Quality Assurance Representative

At Foster Farms, our mission is creating great food and serving great moments. Our vision is to be the best and most trusted food company, empowering and nourishing the lives of those we serve. We measure our success by how well we protect and care for our team, our consumers, our animals, and our environment, while delivering operational excellence and exceptional value to our customers.

The FSQA Rep works under FSQA management guidance to ensure compliance with Foster Farms, FSIS/USDA, and customer requirements. Monitor the production process and perform routine Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) checks in accordance with the food safety and quality programs at the manufacturing site.  Ensure the process is in control and the product meets the standards set by the company.

• Ensure compliance to Food Safety systems through monitoring of process and documentation


• Ensure compliance to QA process controls through monitoring and documentation


• Ensure food safety documentation meets legal/regulatory requirements


• Direct product disposition, including ensuring inventory control and appropriate reconditioning procedures


• Verify sanitation practices through pre-operational inspection of equipment


• Communicate to production/maintenance personnel/supervision to resolve safety issues


• Communicate to production/maintenance personnel/supervision to resolve quality issues


• Communicate with USDA personnel to resolve regulatory issues


• Attend training as required, including Quality Control, Human Resources, etc.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Requirements: 

• Must be able to communicate clearly in English (written and verbal) including documentation of regulatory paperwork and explanation of corrective actions


• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) 


• Proficient in mathematics


• Proficient on a computer, Excel, Word, and Outlook


• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills


• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet outlined timeframes for monitoring checks


• Ability to place non-conforming product or equipment on hold


• Ability to work varying shifts and weekends as needed


• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time


• Must be able to work in cold and hot environments 


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a daily basis


• Previous experience in food manufacturing preferred 

Foster Farms is always looking for talented individuals to join the Foster Farms Team. We offer the experience of a large organization; however, we operate like a family business. More than half of our openings are filled with internal promotion, and we encourage Team Members to gain a variety of experiences across different functional groups.

 Foster Farms ACTION Guiding Principles

• Accountability: Deliver on commitments.


• Collaboration: Achieve more by working as a team.


• Truth-Seeking: Be open-minded and act with humility.


• Initiative: Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset.


• Ownership: Take responsibility for results.


• Nimble: Operate with speed and agility.

Why Join Foster Farms?

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of the ready-to-eat business at a leading food company, directly supporting our mission, vision, and values. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality food and great moments for millions of families.