Lead Grinding Room

Central-Valley-Meat; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Ranch Beef Company in California is seeking a Grinding Lead to oversee an assigned group responsible for the meat grinding process, ensuring compliance and productivity. You will schedule daily grinding tasks, manage downtime, and direct line staff.

This role requires a high school diploma, 3 years in manufacturing/meat processing, strong communication, leadership, and the ability to work in hot, cold, and odorous environments. OT flexibility expected; all safety policies and PPE observed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required for grinder/lead roles.
• Minimum 3 years in manufacturing/meat processing preferred.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grinding processing schedule daily.
• Prevent downtime and maintain productivity.
• Provide direction and safety training to assigned staff.
• Uphold safety procedures and PPE compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Grinding equipment

Job description

SummaryIn the process of meat processing the Grinding Lead will oversee an assigned group who are responsible for the meat grinding process to meet compliance standards and productivity goals.Job Responsibilities:Assist to complete grinding processing schedule daily.Prevent down time.Adhere to safety procedures and policies to grind meat.Provide assigned employees with direction, technical training, and safety training, including food quality and grinding policies and procedures.Determine proper arrangement of line employees.Other duties as assigned.Job Qualifications:A high school diploma is required for a slaughter processor -trimmer/cutter career and advanced training.Must speak, read, and write English.Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, meat processing preferred.Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Ability to work in extreme hot, cold, wet, humid, and odorous environments.Flexibility to work overtime, including Saturdays.Results driven and employee oriented.Commitment to following safety policies and practices and wears required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).Uphold company policies and ethical standards.Good leadership and motivational skills.Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.Willingness to attend classes or train as needed.Harris Ranch Beef Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates are evaluated and selected based on their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decisions on an employee's or applicant's citizenship, race, age, color, sex, religion, natural origin, sexual orientation, handicap, or disability, marital status, veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.