Harvest Floor Operator

Tom Trese; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Tom Trese in Mansfield, OH, is hiring a Harvest Floor Operator for its multi-species processing facility. The role demands physical stamina, with responsibilities including all phases of the harvest process while adhering to animal welfare and food safety standards.

This position requires 1+ years of relevant experience, though motivated candidates without direct experience may be considered. Pay ranges from $20–$30/hour based on experience, offering a rewarding opportunity within a close-knit team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of harvest floor, slaughter, or meat processing experience preferred.
• Physically capable of sustained standing and heavy lifting.
• Dependable and safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of the harvest process including stunning and bleeding.
• Handle livestock humanely and maintain knife sharpness.
• Follow all HACCP protocols and food safety requirements.

Skills

Harvest floor experience

Motivated to learn

Knife skills

Livestock handling

Ability to communicate in English

Job description

Harvest Floor Operator – Multi-Species Processing
Location: Mansfield, OH
Pay: $20–$30/hour based on experience
Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday |

Overview

An independent meat processing facility in north-central Ohio is adding an operator to its harvest floor team. The operation processes beef, pork, lamb, and goat across a five‑day schedule and is run by a tight‑knit group that takes the work seriously. The facility is actively investing in its harvest operations, with new equipment and a consolidation project currently underway.

This is physical, skilled work in a fast‑moving environment. Pay reflects the demands of the role and tops out at $30/hour for experienced candidates who can hit the ground running.

What the Job Involves

• Perform all phases of the harvest process including stunning, bleeding, skinning, eviscerating, splitting, and trimming
• Handle livestock humanely and in accordance with all animal welfare requirements
• Trim, wash, and weigh carcasses to meet quality and compliance standards
• Maintain knife sharpness and keep harvest floor equipment in proper working condition throughout the shift
• Keep workstations, walls, equipment, and the harvest floor clean and sanitized at all times
• Follow all HACCP protocols and food safety requirements without exception
• Support barn duties including weighing, feeding, and watering livestock as skills develop
• Assist with general sanitation and end‑of‑shift cleanup procedures

What They Need

• 1+ years of harvest floor, slaughter, or meat processing experience preferred
• Motivated candidates without direct harvest experience will be considered if they demonstrate a genuine willingness to learn
• Physically capable of sustained standing, heavy lifting, and working in hot, cold, and damp conditions throughout a full shift
• Knife skills or a clear interest in developing them on the job
• Agricultural or livestock handling background is a plus
• Familiarity with beef primal and subprimal cuts is a plus
• Dependable, safety‑focused, and able to work as part of a close‑knit production team
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English