Senior Meat Processing Technician

About the role

The Poarch Creek Indians place a high value on individuals who share our commitment to community, tradition, and progress. As Alabama's only Federally Recognized Native American Tribe, we take pride in a history that spans generations and is deeply rooted in resilience and cultural heritage. Our mission is to uplift the lives of our Tribal Members, preserve our traditions, and drive innovation for a thriving future. If you are passionate about serving with purpose and authenticity while fostering trust, unity, and growth, we welcome you to join us on this meaningful journey.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with food safety standards and plant operating procedures.
• Assists in training and mentoring entry-level employees on proper knife techniques, safety protocols, and product specifications.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment in varying conditions (cold rooms as low as 0°F and production areas up to 90°F).
• Collaborates with team members to meet production goals and maintain high-quality standards.
• Works in slaughter operations when not processing.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of professional knife skills experience in a butcher shop, meat department, or similar environment required.
• Strong knowledge of beef and pork cuts, including primal and sub-primal breakdown required.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check.
• Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and motivation to learn.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities and a willingness to grow into future management roles.
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to train and support new employees.
• Ability to work long shifts and adapt to temperature extremes (0°F to 90°F).
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to teamwork.
• Ability to remain engaged until assignments are completed and overcome obstacles.
• Takes accountability for performance and results.
• Open and honest communicator and follows policies and procedures.

Skills

• Professional knife skills experience in a butcher shop, meat department, or similar environment.
• Knowledge of beef and pork cuts, including primal and sub-primal breakdown.
• Ability to work odd and irregular hours.
• Strong communication skills.
• Leadership qualities and willingness to grow into future management roles.
• Ability to work long shifts and adapt to temperature extremes.
• Teamwork and reliability.
• Accountability and open communication.

Benefits

• Voluntary full-time benefit offerings include the following - medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and other volunteer insurance options.
• We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, paid holidays, 401K with matching, and COLA increase.

Pay

The starting pay will depend on factors such as experience level and skillset.

Schedule

This role requires working long shifts and adapting to temperature extremes (0°F to 90°F).