Meat Grinder Operator: Fast-Paced Production | Overtime

Hormel Foods Family of Companies; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hormel Foods Corporation is seeking a Grinder Operator to operate and monitor grinder and slicing equipment used in processing cooked meat products. You will assemble the grinder/slicer, set machine controls, load product, and ensure tool accountability under supervision of the Processing Team Leader.

This role requires adherence to GMPs, food safety and quality standards, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or food production experience preferred.
• Ability to operate grinding and/or slicing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Good attendance and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tool accountability and proper storage of production tools.
• Assembly of grinder and slicing equipment.
• Setting and maintaining machine controls to ensure our products are within acceptable quality limits.
• Loading cooked meat products into the grinder or slicer for further processing.
• Conduct blade and gasket checks for grinder and slicing equipment.
• Handle both hot and cold cooked meat products in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow all GMPs, food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Food production

Quality standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Grinder

Slicer

Job description

Hormel Foods Corporation is seeking a Grinder Operator to operate and monitor grinder and slicing equipment used in processing cooked meat products. You will assemble the grinder/slicer, set machine controls, load product, and ensure tool accountability under supervision of the Processing Team Leader.

This role requires adherence to GMPs, food safety and quality standards, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.