PRODUCTION HOURLY

JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and innovative food solutions. We process, prepare, package, and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry, and retail-ready food products worldwide.

About the role

This is an hourly, full-time production position with a starting pay of $21.60 per hour, with the ability to increase to $27.60/hour plus a $1/hour shift differential for shifts between 6pm-6am.

Pay

Starting at $21.60 per hour, up to $27.60/hour plus $1/hour shift differential for overnight shifts.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Better Futures Program
• Onsite cafeteria
• Career development opportunities
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Time
• Minnesota Paid Leave

Responsibilities

• Work in areas where livestock is being processed
• Work in temperatures near or below freezing (coolers, loading dock freezer)
• Work in areas with unpleasant odors
• Work in damp or cold conditions (20-30 degrees in fabrication)
• Work in extreme heat (up to 104 degrees on the kill floor)
• Lift, pull, or push up to 50 lbs
• Use sharp knives or cutting tools
• Work overtime as necessary (heavy season: August–February)
• Work day and night shifts, including Saturdays
• Work in or around bloody areas in a fast-paced environment
• Perform repetitive hand motions and body movements
• Stand for 8 to 10 hours per day, 6 days a week (loading dock may require 7 days as needed)
• Adhere to scheduled breaks (2 allowed per union contract and operational requirements)
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and supervisor instructions
• Work collaboratively with others

Physical Demands

• Neutral Wrist: Repetitive hand motions and grasping
• Reaching: For product on conveyor belts with hooks, boxes, or bags
• Standing: Constant standing for 8 to 10 hours per day, 6 days a week
• Loading Dock:
  • Heavy Work: Exerting 51 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 26 to 50 pounds frequently, or 11 to 20 pounds constantly
  • Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, or 20 pounds constantly
• Physical adjustment period of 5 to 6 weeks for full adaptation to work conditions

Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Willingness to work in cold, hot, damp, or bloody environments
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and varying shifts
• Ability to follow company policies, procedures, and supervisor instructions
• Ability to work collaboratively with others

Work Environment

• Exposure to cold and/or hot temperatures
• Use of sharp tools such as knives
• Fast-paced and physically demanding conditions