FURTHER PROC ASSOCIATE COOK 3rd Shift Huntsville AR

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great-tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally, and contributes to our success.

About the role

The production associate is responsible for performing a variety of production-focused tasks on a rotated basis to support daily production goals in the department. Assigned job duties may change and vary day-to-day depending upon production needs.

Responsibilities

• Rotate to various functions within the processing department and perform any job in the department at the supervisor’s discretion
• Process product using tools and equipment provided
• Follow all work safety policies and guidelines
• Observe equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns
• Adhere to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Processes) product standards and guidelines
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Perform various tasks to include repetitive manual labor
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions
• Work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours
• Assist in clean up at break times and end of shift

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must pass a background check and drug screen
• Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to read scale/properly scale product to correct weight according to specs (preferred)
• Some positions may require the ability to read, write, and/or speak English

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate equipment
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Standing (8 hours a day or more)
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling (up to and including 50 lbs or more)
• Reaching overhead (up to and including 25 lbs)
• Climbing and adjusting stationary stands
• Working with scissors
• Gripping, grasping, and twisting using hands and wrists
• Bending and stooping for long periods of time
• Working below knee levels for short periods of time while racking
• Working above shoulder level for short periods while racking

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities
• Position requires working around processing plant equipment
• Must be physically capable of working extended hours if needed and in a wet environment
• Standing for long periods of time and operating processing equipment
• Wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment
• The noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection
• Work with raw meat
• Work in congested work areas