Hide Production

Creekstone Farms Premium Beef; Arkansas City (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Creekstone Farms Premium Beef is seeking a Hide Process Trainee to learn the operation of the Hide Process to ensure uptime for production, quality, and yields, while maintaining a safe work environment. This entry-level role is designed for those with no prior experience who want to grow a career with Creekstone and contribute to a proud culture through attitude and actions.

You will learn to operate centrifuges, grinders, and related equipment, support production within specification, and work

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical operations of equipment.
• Detail oriented and reliable with strong organization.
• Ability to maintain high performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid problem solving and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Learn the operations of centrifuges, grinders, Hide puller, load out area, meal grinder.
• Support operation of the process to produce product within specification.
• Learn about yields by understanding product yields.
• Assist where needed as directed by management.
• Adhere to Safety Programs rules and regulations.
• Physically capable of wearing PPE and performing duties.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical operations

Detail oriented

Organization

Problem solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

• JOB SUMMARY\
• This position is responsible for learning to operate the Hide Process to ensure uptime for production, quality, and yields, while ensure the safest work environment possible. The Hide Process Trainee is the starting point for those with no experience who want to learn the process and grow a career with Creekstone and work to perpetuate a "Creekstone Proud" culture through attitude and actions.

Essential Functions

• Learn the operations of centrifuges, Grinders, Hide puller, load out area, meal grinder
• Support operation of the process to produce product that is within specification
• Learn about yields by gaining a clear understanding of yields of product
• Assist where needed, as directed by department management
• Adhere to Safety Programs rules and regulations
• Physically capable of performing job duties while wearing a Respirator in certain situations
• All other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**:

• Knowledge of mechanical operations of equipment
• Detail oriented, organized, reliable and resourceful
• Ability to maintain high expectations for self and others, demonstrating a dedication to achievement of results
• Demonstrated ability to function successfully in a fast-paced, changing work environment
• Solid problem solving, project management, multi-tasking and prioritization skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment

Physical Requirements

Climbing, stooping, and crouching occasionally; Standing for 8 or more hours per day; Walking frequently; Pushing, pulling, and grasping to move materials in the warehouse; Must be able to lift 0 80+lbs; Able to work in hot and cold environments; Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) occasionally hard hat, safety-toe boots, safety goggles, hair/beard net, etc.