Chicken Hand Cutter

Primary Job Duties

• Perform hand trimming and cutting of poultry products according to company specifications
• Remove defects such as excess fat, skin, bone fragments, or bruises
• Use knives and hand tools safely and efficiently
• Inspect products for quality and food safety standards
• Maintain consistent trimming speed to meet production line requirements
• Follow all USDA, food safety, sanitation, and company policies
• Properly handle, store, and clean tools and equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation
• Report product defects, equipment issues, or safety concerns to supervision
• Comply with PPE, hygiene, and safety requirements at all times
• Perform other related duties as assigned

  Requirements

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Willingness to work in cold, wet, or refrigerated conditions
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
  • Previous poultry or meat processing experience preferred
  • Experience using knives or hand tools in a production setting preferred
  • Knowledge of food safety or USDA regulations preferred
  • Must be able to read and write numbers and be able to read written English instructions
  • Manual dexterity and hand eye coordination
  • Attention to detail and quality
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Dependability and strong attendance
  • Safety conscious mindset
  • Willingness to work weekly overtime, and occasional weekends as needed

  Physical Requirements

  • Standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling and reaching are required
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions
  • Ability to lift up to [25–50] pounds as needed
  • Ability to work in cold temperatures and wet environments
  • Ability to wear required PPE, including gloves, aprons, hairnets, and protective equipment

  Working Conditions

  • Poultry manufacturing or food processing facility
  • Exposure to cold temperatures, moisture, noise, and moving equipment
  • Strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and safety protocols required