Jennie-O Turkey Store - Fire Braised Cook 2nd Shift - Barron, WI

Hormel Foods; Town of Barron (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known food manufacturing company in Wisconsin is looking for candidates to operate ovens and smoking equipment. This role requires a high school diploma and involves documenting cook cycles, maintaining product quality, and following good manufacturing practices. The position offers competitive pay and a strong benefits package, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement. Ideal candidates are self-starters who can work in a warm environment and adhere to safety guidelines.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to wear rubber boots and gloves.
• Must have a hand jack license or be able to obtain one.
• Qualified to handle cleaning materials.

Responsibilities

• Complete operation of ovens and smoking equipment.
• Document cook information accurately on HACCP forms.
• Must follow good manufacturing practices.

Skills

Excellent math skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Knowledge of manufacturing products and codes

Ability to work in a very warm environment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand jack

Job description

Hourly pay rate: Hire $21.75, 6 months $22.11, 1 year $22.76

Job Responsibilities

1. Complete operation of ovens and smoking equipment
2. Includes monitoring cook cycles and charts, product quality and associated paperwork
3. Document cook information accurately on HACCP forms
4. Must follow good manufacturing practices
5. Required to wear rubber boots and gloves
6. Requires a person who is a self-starter
7. Needs to be able to determine the match between product priority and oven availability
8. Must be willing to work other shifts to fill in for absences/vacations
9. Will be the backup for completing the oven cleaning
10. Will participate in the quarterly cleaning of the overheads
11. All other duties assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Excellent math skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must have a hand jack license or be able to obtain one
• Qualified to handle cleaning materials
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• PHYSICAL: Ability to wear rubber boots and gloves
• Ability to work in a very warm environment during the summer months

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing products and codes
• Knowledge of shop floor data collection

What you will receive

• Competitive pay
• Extraordinary benefits- Including paid vacation and holidays; weekly paychecks, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (very affordable compared to area companies AND you become eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment); life insurance; employee stock purchase plan; 401K with match; and tuition reimbursement program
• FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees (hormelinspiredpathways.com)
• Relocation Assistance Program for eligible applicants
• Training- You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role
• Advancement opportunities- You are on a direct track to move into higher roles including operator and lead positions, even supervision and management
• Employment with a solid employer- People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available

This position has a strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, 401(k) and match, Wellness Program, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and more.

Jennie-O Turkey Store is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or Veteran status.

At Jennie-O Turkey Store we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/