Machine Operator

US Foods; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on Day 1

Health insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance (short-term)

Disability insurance (long-term)

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. in Birmingham, AL seeks a Meat Processing Associate to prepare and pack high‑quality cuts according to customer specifications, using CryoVac and other processing equipment. The role runs mostly on the packing line in a refrigerated environment, with overtime possible.

Shifts are Monday–Friday, 6am–3pm. Base pay is $18.00/hour with benefits on day 1. Benefits include health coverage and more as listed by the employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate meat processing equipment (CryoVac, MultiVac, Dicers, Needle, Slicer, Portion Cutters, Scales) to prepare and portion meat per customer specifications.
• Label portions, set up packing and labeling area, and perform end-of-day functions.
• Maintain clean and sanitary packing area in a refrigerated environment and follow GMP requirements.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CryoVac

MultiVac

Dicers

Needle

Slicer

Portion Cutter

Laser portion machinery

Job description

Prepare and pack high quality cuts of meats according to customer specifications using company standards and adhering to all safety requirements. Majority of time will be spent operating processing equipment.

$18.00/Hour, Benefits on Day 1!

Monday-Friday 6am-3pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operation of Meat Processing Equipment; CryoVac, MultiVacs, Dicers, Needle, Slicer, Portion Cutters, Scales, Pack, trim and customize portions of meat products using knives, or other meat production equipment.

Count and stack on tray portions per customer and company specifications.
Label portion with supplied number product labels.
Set up packing and labeling area as required.
Perform end of day functions.
Actively maintain, and merchandise partial cart.
Keep packing area and cutting room and surrounding area clean and sanitized.
Follow company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to maintain sanitary conditions.
Perform end of day functions.
Other duties as assigned by manager.

SUPERVISION

The incumbent is not required to provide direct supervision for any position.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: The incumbent is required to interact with employees at all levels of responsibility throughout the company.

External: The incumbent may be required to perform demonstration cuts or packing for tours, and sales team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F. Incumbent must have the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment. Finish time is when work is completed and could require overtime with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with CryoVac, MultiVac, Dicers, Needle, Slicer,Portion Cutter, laser portion machinery or other meat production equipment is preferred.

CERTIFICATION/TRAINING

N/A

LICENSES

N/A

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of all poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products preferred.
Knowledge of USDA grades and standards.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY:

STAND CONTINUOUSLY

WALK OCCASIONALLY

DRIVE VEHICLE N/A

SIT N/A

LIFT 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY

11-20 lbs (Light) FREQUENTLY

21-50 lbs (Medium) FREQUENTLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A

CARRY 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY

11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY

21-50 lbs (Medium) FREQUENTLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A

PUSH/PULL FREQUENTLY

CLIMB/BALANCE FREQUENTLY

STOOP/SQUAT FREQUENTLY

KNEEL N/A

BEND FREQUENTLY

REACH ABOVE SHOULDER OCCASIONALLY

TWIST FREQUENTLY

GRASP OBJECTS CONTINUOUSLY

MANIPULATE OBJECTS FREQUENTLY

MANUAL DEXTERITY N/A

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is $18.00-$18.50/hour.

This role may also receive overtime compensation. Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please visit https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html

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