Meat Processing Line Associate

DeKalb Health; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Frick’s Quality Meats, Inc. in Washington, MO is seeking an entry level production worker to support the RAW department on the production line. You will maintain high standards of food safety and quality, follow recipes and standard work, and operate or assemble equipment as needed.

The role requires teamwork, safety and cleanliness, and the ability to work overtime as production needs. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience with or interest in meat processing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Experience with raw meat processing preferred.
• Reliability or history of good attendance (2 absences or less) and must maintain good attendance.

Responsibilities

• Commit to keeping high standards of food safety and product quality for all Frick’s Quality Meats (FQM) products
• Actively practice safety and cleanliness in all aspects of the job
• Know and practice proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Maintain individual position on the production line in a fast pace environment
• Perform and record accurate weights and measures
• Follow recipes and standard work instructions
• Be able to assemble machinery
• Contribute to the team effort by working with other associates and following production policies and procedures
• Maintain awareness of and compliance with OSHA, USDA and other governmental agencies
• Sustain a constant sense of urgency and high employee morale
• Know and recognize quality products and practices, and take action when defects are identified
• Be constantly aware of expense control and cost savings
• Keep the RAW Supervisor informed on a timely basis of anything that could affect the performance of the RAW department and the company
• Participate in production training or continuing education programs to enhance industry knowledge and production techniques
• Project a positive attitude and protect Frick’s Quality Meats, Inc. image of honesty, integrity, and fairness
• Ability to work overtime as required by production needs
• Other duties as may be assigned by Supervisor

Skills

Food safety

PPE usage

Quality awareness

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Frick’s Quality Meats, Inc. in Washington, MO is seeking an entry level production worker to support the RAW department on the production line. You will maintain high standards of food safety and quality, follow recipes and standard work, and operate or assemble equipment as needed.

The role requires teamwork, safety and cleanliness, and the ability to work overtime as production needs. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience with or interest in meat processing