Meat Packer - 1st Shift

Cheney Brothers, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cheney Brothers, Inc. is hiring for a meat packaging/fulfillment role in Fort Lauderdale. The position runs Monday through Friday, with early start times around 5:45am and a completion around 3pm, at 240 SW 32nd St, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33315.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year in food service or production, and the ability to stand most of the shift in a cold environment, lifting up to 80 lbs. Competitive pay and benefits apply from Day 1.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year in food service or food production preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in cold environments.
• Physical capacity to lift up to 80 lbs repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Review work schedule and safety checks on equipment.
• Prepare supplies and packaging materials from storage.
• Assemble boxes and labels; operate Cryovac sealer as required.
• Load, seal, and palletize finished meat products.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Complete paperwork at end of shift.

Skills

Stand for long periods

Work in cold environments

Physical stamina (80 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

• Start Time: From 5:45am until job is completed (until approx. 3pm)
• Pay Rate: $16 per hour +, based on experience
• Work Location: 240 SW 32nd St, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33315

Position Details

• Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday
• Start Time: From 5:45am until job is completed (until approx. 3pm)
• Pay Rate: $16 per hour +, based on experience
• Work Location: 240 SW 32nd St, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33315

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operationsCheck cutting list and obtain appropriate packaging materials (boxes, labels, tape, bags, wrap) from storage with pallet jack

Manually assemble boxes-cases, make labels and fill Cryovac sealer with appropriate wrap as required

Load finished cuts of meat from tubs into Cryovac sealer, raise and lower doors as required and place sealed meat on work-table

Manually pack meat into cases, label and seal cases with tape gun / or strapping machine and stack finished cases on pallets

Perform general housekeeping duties, clean packaging work area and equipment, maintain and abide safety and quality regulations and standards as required

At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Experience: 1+ year experience in the food service industry or food production environment.
• Skills: Ability to stand for extended periods, up to six hours per day
• Ability and willingness to work in cold environments such as refrigerated storage or meat processing facilities
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physically demanding work, including repeatedly lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 80 lbs throughout the shift on a regular basis.

Compensation

$16.00 per hour and up, based on experience