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Quality Assurance Technician roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status, making it the most durable path for foreign QA professionals building a long-term U.S. career.
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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
Join our team as a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician and play a key role in ensuring every product meets the highest standards! In this position, you’ll monitor production processes, verify compliance with company, regulatory, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, and help maintain a safe and high-quality environment throughout plant operations. This is your chance to make a direct impact on food safety, quality, and customer trust every day.
This position has a base rate of $25.10 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).
In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.
PRINCIPAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accurately conduct product reviews for compliance to include grading, packaging and weights and related.
- Monitor enforces company Quality and Food Safety Policies.
- Perform product reviews on various products with Operations Group.
- Must be familiar with the facility’s Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Operation Procedures and implement Corrective Actions if deviations are observed.
- Must continually evaluate potential for foreign material contamination while in assigned work areas.
- Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management to meet department and operations business needs.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school or equivalent.
- Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience in food quality and/or safety.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
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 products from 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.
INTRODUCTION
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
Join our team as a Food Safety & Quality Assurance Technician and play a key role in ensuring every product meets the highest standards! In this position, you’ll monitor production processes, verify compliance with company, regulatory, and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards, and help maintain a safe and high-quality environment throughout plant operations. This is your chance to make a direct impact on food safety, quality, and customer trust every day.
This position has a base rate of $25.10 per hour, with opportunities for pay premiums, shift differentials and overtime where applicable. Annual bonus available (variable depending on performance).
In addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.
PRINCIPAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accurately conduct product reviews for compliance to include grading, packaging and weights and related.
- Monitor enforces company Quality and Food Safety Policies.
- Perform product reviews on various products with Operations Group.
- Must be familiar with the facility’s Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Operation Procedures and implement Corrective Actions if deviations are observed.
- Must continually evaluate potential for foreign material contamination while in assigned work areas.
- Perform other tasks and duties as directed by management to meet department and operations business needs.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school or equivalent.
- Worked a minimum of 6 months of consecutive work history with one employer within the past 3 years in a comparable field.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience in food quality and/or safety.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
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 products from 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Quality Assurance Technician
Document your QA credentials before applying
Pull together your quality certifications, degree transcripts, and work history before you start targeting employers. PERM requires the employer to define your minimum qualifications precisely, and inconsistencies between your resume and official records can delay or derail the labor certification.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty
Look up the Quality Assurance Technician occupation profile on O*NET and note the listed tasks, tools, and knowledge domains. Matching your resume language to those descriptors helps employers write a compliant PERM job description that accurately reflects your actual duties.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate by role
Search Quality Assurance Technician roles on Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have completed the PERM process before for similar roles shortens your path significantly, since they already understand the filing requirements.
Ask about EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility early
If you hold an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive QA experience, ask prospective employers whether they'd file under EB-2. Nationals from high-demand countries can face long priority-date backlogs under EB-3, so the category your employer files under has real timing consequences.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your target location and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search to find the prevailing wage for QA Technicians in that area. DOL will not certify a PERM where the offered wage falls below the applicable prevailing wage level, so knowing the floor protects both you and your employer.
Understand the PERM recruitment test requirements
PERM obligates your employer to run a formal recruitment campaign and document that no qualified U.S. workers applied. That process typically takes several months before DOL even receives the application, so factor that timeline into any start-date conversation with a prospective sponsor.
Green Card Quality Assurance Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category typically applies to Quality Assurance Technician roles?
Most Quality Assurance Technician positions qualify under EB-3, which covers skilled workers with at least two years of experience or professionals with a bachelor's degree. If your role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, your employer may file under EB-2 instead. The category affects both the filing pathway and, for some nationalities, how long you wait for a priority date to become current.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for QA Technicians?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to lawful permanent residence, while H-1B visa is a temporary status tied to a specific employer. PERM requires your employer to file a prevailing wage determination and complete a formal recruitment test with DOL before submitting the labor certification. There is no lottery for employment-based green cards, but per-country annual limits mean nationals from high-demand countries like India and China can wait years for a priority date to become current.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Quality Assurance Technicians?
Migrate Mate lets you search Quality Assurance Technician roles by employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing at which companies will file. Targeting employers who have completed PERM for similar roles before is the most reliable way to find a sponsor, since they already have internal processes for managing the labor certification and I-140 petition steps.
Can I change employers after my green card process starts?
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition once the original I-140 was approved. These two rules are separate, and both conditions must be evaluated independently before you make a move.
What documentation should I prepare before a sponsoring employer files my PERM?
Gather your official degree transcripts, any QA certifications, and a detailed employment history that matches your resume exactly. PERM requires the employer to specify the minimum qualifications for the position, and your background documents must corroborate those requirements without gaps or inconsistencies. USCIS will also scrutinize your credentials again at the I-140 stage, so having clean, consistent records across all documents from the start avoids delays downstream.