Lead, Meat

FHLB Des Moines; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 13,776 - 66,124; Full time

Job summary

FHLB Des Moines is seeking individuals for a key role involving leadership duties in meat processing. This position assists with daily operations, ensures compliance with U.S.D.A. guidelines, and helps train employees on the production floor. Candidates should have experience in portion cutting meat and strong mathematical skills. The role demands a detail-oriented, results-driven individual capable of performing in a cold work environment. Join our dynamic team at FHLB Des Moines and contribute to our mission of excellence.

Qualifications

• Ability to reduce processing costs by cutting and sizing portions accurately.
• Knowledge of production processes and quality control for maximizing distribution.
• Ability to interact well with others, being a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist front line supervision in performing leadership duties.
• Communicate daily objectives and functions as a liaison between employees and supervisors.
• Maintain compliance with U.S.D.A. guidelines in the work area.

Skills

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Prior experience with portion cutting meat

Job description

**Company:**US1292 Buckhead Meat Midwest Inc.-Illinois Division**Sales Territory:**None**Zip Code:**60140**Travel Percentage:**0**Compensation Range:**$10.00 - $48.00The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.**BENEFITS INFORMATION:**For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com**JOB SUMMARY**Assists front line supervision in performing some leadership duties. Communicates daily objectives. KPI's and functions as a liaison between line employees and supervisors. Mentor and Train employees new and seasoned. Order meat as needed.**RESPONSIBILITIES*** Work alongside team to direct the short-term flow and organization of production area.* Accurately cut to trim and yield specifications as specified by information provided by cut tickets* Communicate any discrepancies between cutting tickets and normal customer purchases to the supervisor* Properly label all products and equipment to conform to all legal and safety regulations* Properly and accurately record all necessary data to produce assigned cutting yield tests* Accurately count product inventory levels and maintain levels set forth by the supervisor* Ensure that all product specifications are being met according to guidelines* Maintain work areas in compliance with U.S.D.A. guidelines* Assemble and tear down any equipment in the work area at the beginning and/or end of your shift* Properly clean, store and maintain all knives, scales, etc. assigned to you* Manage profitability by achieving product yields and meeting deadlines for product readiness* Complete other duties as assigned* To know and understand the company’s safety and health goals and its objectives. Assist the company in achieving these goals by participating in the safety program* To help develop and follow all safe work practices**Qualifications*** Ability to perform mathematical calculations and conversions to determine the amounts and sizes of products needed for orders* Ability to read, write and communicate in the English language* Prior experience with portion cutting meat**Professional** **Skills*** Ability to reduce processing costs by cutting and sizing portions accurately with good yields.* Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.* Able to adjust to sudden changes in customer demands or operational goals.* Commitment to work until the job is completed.* Interacts well with others.* Good team player.* Results-oriented.* Customer-service oriented* Detail oriented.* Capable of handling multiple tasks at once.* Ability to be trained and learn new skills**Physical** **Demand*** Standing, walking and reaching are regular activities for this employee* Heavy lifting activities for this employee* Ability to touch, feel, manipulate fingers and limbs to handle objects, controls, operate various processing, and material handling equipment is necessary.* The ability to smell is required, to detect levels of wholesomeness and spoilage.**Work** **Environment*** This position requires the candidate to be in refrigerated processing and warehouse areas. These areas are cold and wet and exposure to moving machinery are a regular occurrence.* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**OVERVIEW:**Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.**AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.