Processing Machine Operator 1st Shift

About the role

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. This Production Worker role is part of a team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together—fueled by the relentless energy of real meat snacks.

Schedule

• 1st Shift: Monday–Thursday from 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Hours may vary)

Responsibilities

• Follow daily production schedule and achieve specified goals.
• Ensure product conforms to specifications; prevent and minimize rework and/or inedible product.
• Operate equipment such as taping machines, shrink wrap machines, pallet jacks, trash and recycling compactors as needed.
• Perform standard operating procedures for production and inspection functions as directed.
• Complete all necessary technical and soft-skills training and skills verification.
• Return from breaks in a timely manner; notify lead/foreman/supervisor before leaving the department.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork and attend all department and company meetings.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area; immediately report accidents and deficiencies.
• Ensure safety devices are installed and working; follow OSHA and company safety standards.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP training, SOPs, and SSOPs.
• Ensure products are correctly labeled and identified for proper disposition; maintain FIFO records.
• Add ingredients to batch and verify against formulations in the Blending system.
• Load meat into machines/combos/v-mags using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Load meat racks, push meat trucks between areas, visually monitoring meat for quality.
• Keep accurate records; wash and sanitize carts, racks, and trucks.

Qualifications

• Required Education: None
• Required Experience: None
• Preferred: Warehouse and assembly-line experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform repetitive functions.
• Adherence to all company policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to accept direction from Department Leads and supervisors.
• Effective communication with co-workers and supervisors.
• Capacity to work in a team-oriented environment with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attendance and dependability.
• Attention to detail and ability to work well with others.

Pay

• Hiring range: $18.58 – $27.87 per hour. Actual wages vary based on market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) participation
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Annual incentive and program-specific awards

Physical Demands

The role regularly requires standing, walking, using hands to finger/handle/feel, lifting and/or moving up to 25 lbs, and talking or hearing. Occasionally required: sitting, reaching with hands and arms, lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision.

Work Environment

Plant/office setting with varying temperatures and noise levels; exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. Travel may be required.