Jennie-O Turkey Store - Repack Machine Operator - Barron, WI

Hormel Foods; Barron (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hormel Foods is seeking candidates for a role involving the operation and maintenance of a Repak machine in a safe manner. Successful applicants will have basic mechanical and math skills and be able to work with pork products. We offer competitive pay and extraordinary benefits, including tuition reimbursement and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement program

Relocation assistance

Training provided on all equipment

Advancement opportunities

Two-year community/technical college tuition for children

Qualifications

• No current work restrictions prohibiting work in a 35-degree environment.
• No restrictions for lifting 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Repak machine safely.
• Ensure the quality standards of the product.
• Communicate with other operators as necessary.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Basic math skills

Ability to work with pork products

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Set up efficiently

2. Operate, and shut down Repak machine in a safe manner

3. Ensure quality standards of product

4. Daily and period end maintenance

5. Communicate, as needed, with other operators

6. Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

7. Accurately record downtime

Minimum Qualifications

* Basic mechanical skills, based on experience or training

* Basic math skills

* Able to work with pork products

* PHYSICAL: No current work restrictions prohibiting work in a 35-degree environment

* No restrictions for lifting 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

* Machine operating experience

* Previous work experience in Branded Retail

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 the 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

Questions on our on-line application process? Please call 715-537-3131 and we will help!

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 Storewe 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/