1st Shift Hand Cutter

Brakebush Brothers, Inc.; Hartwell (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 1st Shift Hand Cutter to join their production team. This role focuses on the essential task of cutting, trimming, and sizing poultry products to meet customer specifications. If you are reliable, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced production environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. The company values dependability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic, making it an ideal workplace for those who are self-motivated and eager to contribute positively. Join a team that prioritizes health and wellness benefits while fostering a supportive atmosphere for growth and development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant experience may be considered.
• Prior production experience preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, and size poultry products using knives.
• Inspect meat products for defects and remove excess fat.

Skills

Active Listening

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Self-Motivation

Dependability

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

Knives

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Title: 1st Shift Hand Cutter

Req ID: 6398

City, State: Hartwell, GA, Georgia (US-GA)

Classification: Nonexempt

Recruiter: Jennifer Berry Fleming

HAND CUTTER JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary of Role & Responsibilities

The Poultry Cutter position is a member of the Production Department. The Poultry Cutter position is chiefly responsible for cutting, trimming and sizing poultry products.

Essential Job Functions/Duties

1. Use knives to cut and trim meat.
2. Clean, trim, slice and section carcasses for future processing.
3. Cut and trim meat to customer specification.
4. Remove parts, such as skin and bones from carcass.
5. Inspect meat products for defects, bruises or blemishes and remove them along with any excess fat.
6. Provide support to floor when needed.

Qualifications & Education Requirements

1. High school graduate or equivalent, but relevant work experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Preferred Skills

1. Prior production experience preferred, but not required.
2. Active Listening – Giving full attention to what Material Leads and Supervisor are saying, taking time to understand points being made, and asking questions as appropriate.
3. Good oral and written communication skills – talking to others to convey information effectively.
4. Good analytical and problem-solving skills – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
5. Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
6. Good computer skills preferred, but not required.

Physical/Mental Requirements

1. Will primarily work in a production environment, and must be able to work in a wet and cold environment without issue.
2. May be required to lift, push, pull 40 pounds within an 8 hour or more period.
3. May be required to stand or walk within an 8 hour or more period.
4. Must spend time using hands to handle, control, cut and feel products within an 8 hour or more period.
5. Must wear PPE such as safety shoes, glasses, hearing protection.
6. Must be analytical and think critically.
7. Must be self-motivated and able to motivate others.
8. Must be able to follow instructions and provide results.
9. Must be a self-starter.
10. Must maintain professionalism and grow leaders through positive reinforcement.
11. Must possess and present a strong work ethic.

Work Styles

1. Dependability – Job requires being reliable, responsible, dependable, and fulfilling of obligations.
2. Attention to Detail – Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
3. Cooperation – Job requires teamwork and displaying good-natured, cooperative attitude.
4. Self-Control – Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in difficult situations.
5. Achievement/Effort – Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check are required.

Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

Please see our Benefits Page to learn more about the amazing Health and Wellness Benefits offered to our employees!

Brakebush Brothers, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in our hiring, training, or promotion policies. We will not discriminate against job applicants or employees for reasons of race, religion, color, sex, handicap, age, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you need assistance with the application process, please call [phone] or visit our contact us page for more ways to reach us.