FSQA NSIS Post-Mortem Sorter - B Shift - Dakota City Plant

About the role

Examine and pre-sort carcasses post-mortem during the harvest process for presentation to Food Safety and Inspection Service personnel who conduct mandatory inspection of all carcass and parts. Perform initial pre-sortation of carcasses on a moving conveyor line as part of process to determine whether carcasses are wholesome and fit for human consumption. Identify and pre-sort the carcasses including the head, tail, tongue, thymus gland, and all viscera of each animal harvested. Conduct physical and visual pre-sortation of product, identifying and verifying the condition of various organs, lymph nodes, complete cervical visceral, and rail pre-sortation of all carcasses harvested. Address issues arising around the pre-sortation of product in accordance with regulations, guidelines, and training. Assist with post-mortem pre-sortation and maintain all associated parts for veterinary disposition. Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• Education/Certifications: Prefer High School Graduate or equivalent. College or technical school a plus
• Experience: Minimum of 1-year experience in the Fresh Meats industry preferred or other QA type experience or relevant education
• Computer Skills: Basic
• Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively in ALL Areas of communication: verbal, written, and reading. Some Examples, but not all-inclusive area: giving verbal feedback to supervisors, other departments, and coworkers, compiling paperwork at the end of the day.
• Physical Requirements: Must be willing and able to lift up to 75 lbs. Ability to stand on hard surface for up to 12 hours per day. Must work in cold/hot temperatures typically ranging from 30-90 degrees Fahrenheit. Must be able to work in wet environment. Repetitive bending, reaching, squatting, gripping, pushing and pulling. Must be able to reach high and low levels frequently. Must be able to reach high and low levels frequently. Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed. Position will require Lock Out Tag Out certification.