PRODUCTION HOURLY

About the role

JBS Pork is hiring for quality, motivated people to join our team on the production floor as general laborers. Applicants should be willing or capable of performing the following jobs in the plant.

Working conditions

• Work in an area where livestock is being killed
• Work regularly 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)
• Work in areas that require lifting, pulling, or pushing up to 50 lbs
• Work with sharp knives or cutting tools
• Work in or around bloody areas in a fast-paced work environment performing repetitive hand motions and body movements
• Physical demands may take 5 to 6 weeks for the body to fully adjust
• Slippery floors, loud ambient noise
• Exposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knives

Physical requirements

• Lifting/pushing/pulling: 10-50 lbs in production
• Neutral wrist: Repetitive hand motions and grasping
• Reaching: Reaching for product on the conveyor belt with hooks, reaching for boxes or bags
• Standing: Constant standing for 8 to 10 hours per day, 6 days per week (loading dock 7 days as needed per schedule)
• 2 allowed breaks are scheduled based on union contract and operational requirements
• Loading dock heavy work: Exerting 51 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 26 to 50 pounds frequently, and/or 11 to 20 pounds constantly
• Very heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly

Expectations

• Report to work every day at scheduled start time
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Follow supervisors' and managers' instructions
• Ability to work with others and get along with others
• Work to the best of your abilities and have the desire to learn and grow
• Good attendance and safety records

Responsibilities

• Use assortment of knives, steel, and a hook to perform job tasks
• Keep knife sharp; develop good knife sharpening skills; ask for assistance if needed
• Operate heavy equipment
• Bag and box product
• Use proper personal protective equipment effectively
• Work hands-on at high speed and at times lift over 50 pounds
• Keep work areas clean and follow proper food safety protocols
• Adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat
• Shave or wash animal meat before packing as needed
• Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging
• Stay aware of surroundings and notify supervisor if you recognize a hazard
• Other duties as assigned

Schedule

Typically Monday - Friday. Weekend work required as scheduled. During Fall Season, Saturdays are typically scheduled. Available to work days and nights. Willing and capable of working overtime when necessary (heavy season: August - February). Ability to work 50+ hours.

Benefits

JBS offers a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401(K) plan.