Beef Processing - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus - Skilled Knife Positions

Greater Omaha Packing Co

Moline (IL)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 44,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting pay

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Tuition and scholarship opportunities

Childcare assistance

Employee discounts

Paid time off and holidays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Greater Omaha Packing Co is hiring Knife Laborers to perform precision trimming, boning, and processing of beef products in Omaha, NE. The role requires careful handling of knives and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have prior meat processing experience, strong attention to detail, and reliable attendance. You will work on a fast-paced production line and must be able to stand for long periods while wearing PPE and following all safety procedures.

Qualifications

Must be 18+ and legally eligible to work in the United States.
Willing to relocate to Omaha, NE.
Able to stand for long shifts on concrete floors.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive motions.
Willing to wear PPE and work around sharp tools and hot environments.

Responsibilities

Use knives and cutting tools to trim, bone, and process beef products.
Maintain cleanliness and organize work area while following safety rules.
Follow product specs, quality standards, and USDA/sanitation requirements.
Support efficient production flow on moving lines and conveyors.
Assist with keeping tools sharpened, sanitized, and properly stored.
Adhere to safety protocols and wear required PPE at all times.

Skills

Knife skills

Meat processing

Safety awareness

PPE compliance

Attendance reliability

Job description

About Greater Omaha

Greater Omaha has been in the beef business since 1920. An uncompromising commitment to quality has been our hallmark since day one, constantly at the forefront of innovation in food safety and humane treatment of animals. Today, we ship beef to every U.S. state and over 70 countries around the globe.

Job Details

Description

Why Join Greater Omaha?

For Over 100 Years, Greater Omaha Has Built a Culture Of Growth, Opportunity, And Community Involvement. We Provide Opportunities To Build a Career With a Company Known For Promoting From Within, Investing In Employee Development, And Making a Meaningful Impact In The Communities Where We Live And Work. Here's a Few Reasons Why Employees Choose Greater Omaha

Competitive starting pay with opportunities for advancement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Education reimbursement for employees
Tuition and scholarship opportunities for dependents
Childcare assistance
Career growth within one of the nation's leading beef processors

Pay

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus available for qualified knife skills. Starting pay of $19.65 to $21.00 per hour; top pay up to $32.10 per hour. Pay includes a $1.00 perfect attendance incentive.

Position Summary

Skilled Knife Laborers perform precision cutting, trimming, boning, and processing of beef products while maintaining product quality, yield standards, food safety requirements, and production efficiency. Positions may be available throughout the Harvest and Fabrication plant located in Omaha, NE.

This role is ideal for individuals with previous meat processing, slaughter, fabrication, butcher, or other commercial knife experience who can safely and efficiently work in a fast-paced production environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Use knives, hooks, and other cutting tools to trim, bone, separate, and process beef products.
Remove fat, bone, cartilage, connective tissue, and other inedible materials according to specifications.
Follow product specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
Maintain production flow while working safely and efficiently on moving production lines.
Properly handle, sort, and transfer products to designated conveyors, containers, or processing areas.
Follow all food safety, USDA, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.
Keep knives and tools properly sharpened, sanitized, and maintained.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and use safe cutting techniques at all times.
Assist with maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Skills And Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must be willing to relocate to Omaha, NE.
Must be willing to work with sharp knives, cutting tools, hooks, saws, and/or powered equipment.
Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift on concrete floors or platforms.
Must be able to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and grasping motions.
Must be able to reach for product on conveyor belts, boxes, bags, or other materials.
Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying up to 50 pounds; occasional heavier lifting may be required.
Must be able to work in physically demanding conditions.
Must be willing to wear all required PPE, which may include a hard hat, hearing protection, eye protection, face mask, face shield, steel-toed rubber boots or closed-toe shoes, frock, gloves, mesh gloves or aprons, and other required safety equipment.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

Previous professional knife experience.
Experience in meat processing, fabrication, slaughter, butchery, or food production preferred.
Ability to safely use and maintain knives and cutting tools.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while meeting quality and productivity standards.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Schedule

1st Shift. Typically Monday through Friday. Fridays, Saturdays, and overtime may vary based on production needs.

Work Environment

Work may take place in cold, damp, wet, or humid conditions, including areas near or below freezing.
Some areas may include unpleasant odors, livestock harvesting, or work in and around bloody areas.
Harvest areas may include extreme heat, up to 104 degrees.
Some work areas are loud, and hearing protection is required.
Team members may stand for extended periods on concrete floors, elevated platforms, or production platforms.
This role requires repetitive hand, wrist, and body movements throughout the shift.

Benefits And Perks