Beef Processing General Worker — Fast-Paced & Safe

Central Valley Meat Co; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Central Valley Meat Co is hiring a General Production Worker to join our Hanford facility. The role involves working across the meat production workflow, trimming to remove fat and defects, labeling and packing finished products, and upholding strict food safety standards.

The position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and adapting to a fast-paced, loud environment with PPE. Prior meat processing experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of machinery and production operations.
• Ability to identify food safety violations or product quality issues.
• Commitment to safety and food quality processes.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Work in various areas of the meat production workflow.
• Assist in ensuring fundamental food safety and quality practices are maintained to achieve food safety and quality objectives.
• Support ongoing improvements of food safety programs.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and organized work environment.
• Use all safety personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures and rules.
• Trimming to remove fat, hide, defects or contamination from muscle and tissues.
• Supporting roles in the processing of beef.
• General use of a knife or other tools.
• Weighing, labeling, bagging, packing and boxing finished product.
• Ensuring food safety and quality.
• Cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Maintaining a safe working environment.

Skills

Machinery operation

Food safety awareness

Quality verification

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Central Valley Meat Co is hiring a General Production Worker to join our Hanford facility. The role involves working across the meat production workflow, trimming to remove fat and defects, labeling and packing finished products, and upholding strict food safety standards.

The position requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and adapting to a fast-paced, loud environment with PPE. Prior meat processing experience is a plus.