Lineworker Backup Operator - 1st Shift

Brakebush Brothers, Inc.; Town of Westfield (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Brakebush Brothers, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a production worker to operate on the chicken processing line, performing duties such as sorting, packing, and preparing boxes according to specifications.

The role requires standing, bending, lifting, and constant repetition in a high-noise, cold environment with PPE; training and pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs up to 8 hours per day.
• Must meet the physical abilities evaluation requirements for this position.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check is required.
• Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination.

Responsibilities

• Separate and sort chicken parts on conveyor belt.
• Remove un-battered or seconds pieces from line and pack them as specified.
• Prepare boxes for packers by staging boxes, bags and labels ahead.
• Pack individual pieces in portion packs according to specifications.
• Assist in changing packing area from bulk to portion pack.
• Keep work area clean; may assist in other departments as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Stand/Walk

Bending/Lifting/Twisting

Training compliance

Job description

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Classification

Nonexempt

HOURS

5:00a.m. - 1:30p.m. Will vary depending on line assignment

WAGE

$19.67 per hour, $23.64 per hour when performing Operator position

JOB SUMMARY

Will work on various locations on production line, performing such duties as arranging/straightening chicken parts and/or packing finished product according to specifications.

JOB DUTIES

Separate and sort chicken parts on conveyor belt.

Remove un-battered or seconds pieces from line and pack them as specified.

Prepare boxes for packers by staging boxes, bags and labels ahead.

Pack individual pieces in portion packs according to specifications.

Assist in changing packing area from bulk to portion pack.

Keep work area clean.

Job requires frequent repetitive bending, lifting and twisting throughout the work shift.

Assist in sanitizing area, as required.

Work in other departments or perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

High noise exposure, temperature variations from warm to cool to extremely cold and slippery floors are present. Wear appropriate PPE and other equipment, as necessary or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Employee must display a positive attitude and teamwork skills. Must be able to stand, walk and climb stairs up to 8 hours per day. Ability to frequently bend, lift and twist. Must meet the physical abilities evaluation requirements for this position. Must be able to successfully complete all required training.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug testand background check arerequired.

Brakebush provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

Brakebush is committed to adhering to compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.

Please see our Benefits Page to learn more about the amazing Health and Wellness Benefits offered to our employees!

Brakebush Brothers, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in our hiring, training, or promotion policies. We will not discriminate against job applicants or employees for reasons of race, religion, color, sex, handicap, age, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law.