Branding Iron Holding, LLC · 7 hours ago
Quality Assurance Processing Technician, 2nd Shift
Rochester, MN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17.50/hr - $20/hrBranding Iron Holdings has been producing high-quality beef and pork products for over 60 years. The Quality Assurance Processing Technician – 2nd Shift is responsible for inspecting, testing, and documenting finished products to ensure compliance with food safety standards and USDA requirements.
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Responsibilities
Perform grinding line quality checks, including frozen patty temperature verification, metal detector checks, and net weight verification
Collect product samples for fat analysis, microbiological testing, product retains, and cooking programs
Complete and maintain accurate documentation related to product holds, releases, inspections, and testing activities
Follow all laboratory safety rules, food safety requirements, and quality procedures, and attend required training
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper handling and care of quality equipment
Work effectively as part of a team and communicate with Quality, Production, and other departments to support daily operations
Perform additional quality-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school–level math skills and ability to accurately complete quality documentation
High attention to detail and ability to evaluate product against established specifications
Basic written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to learn and use basic computer systems and quality-related tools
Ability to follow food safety, quality, and safety requirements, including USDA regulations
Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for an eight-hour shift
Ability to work around production equipment and in refrigerated environments
Preferred
Previous experience in food manufacturing, quality assurance, or laboratory-related roles
Familiarity with grinding operations, protein processing, or finished product inspection
Experience with fat analysis equipment, sampling procedures, or microbiological testing support
Prior exposure to HACCP programs, food safety audits, or regulatory inspections
Company
Branding Iron Holding, LLC
Since 1960, we’ve provided meat products with consistent quality and innovative solutions that meet customer needs.
Founded in 2011
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Platinum Equity
2024-12-02Debt Financing
2024-11-14Acquired
Leadership Team
Scott Hudspeth
CEO
Michael Riley
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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