Meat Production Associate - Stock Yards

US Foods, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. at the Stock Yards Facility in Houston, TX is seeking a Meat Processing Associate to prepare and pack meat products for production lines. You will operate within a refrigerated environment and follow strict food safety and GMP standards.

The role requires the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work overtime when needed. Training is provided to meet customer specifications and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in production, warehouse, food processing, or manufacturing preferred.
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and pack meat products to meet production demands.
• Follow food safety requirements and GMP guidelines.
• Perform visual inspection to ensure specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and operate equipment safely.
• Adhere to schedule and prepare for next processing stage.

Skills

Food safety

GMP compliance

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEThe STOCK YARDS STORYWe’ve been providing chefs with expertly cut and portioned beef and pork for over 120 years, based on rigid meat-selection criteria, precise beef aging and expert trimming. Whatever your need, from white-linen presentation to casual family dining, our procurement experts will find the best-quality options that work for your budget and pack-size needs, carefully selected from our extensive meat assortment.Prepare and pack meat products to achieve production demands. Must adhere to USDA Safety and Sanitation Regulations and customer specifications.1st shiftschedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (OT)Hablamos Español!Houston, TX Stock Yards FacilityESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Work in a fast-paced environment preparing meat products to feed lines and/or prepare for the next stage of processing• Effectively utilize tools, processes, and materials to process and package meat products within planned schedules• Follow all Food Safety requirements and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)• Perform visual inspection of meat products to meet certain specifications• Meet company standards and customer specifications• Assist in cleanliness of general work areaQUALIFICATIONSMust be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F. Must be able to work for periods of time in a freezer environment -10°F to +10°F with company provided apparel. May require overtime with or without notice. Finish time is when work is completed.Education/Training: High School graduate or GED preferred with basic reading, writing and math skills.Related Experience/Requirements: Production, warehouse, food processing, manufacturing, food production or food service warehouse environments preferred. Able to work overtime as needed. Complete miscellaneous and other duties as assigned.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Perform various roles including activities such as product receiving and selection, packaging, sorting, re-boxing, marination, further processing and facility sanitation while adhering to company manufacturing requirements and safety regulations.Work EnvironmentWork continually in refrigerated environment 35F- 45FdegreesMust be able to work for periods of time in freezer 10F to - 10F degreesPhysical RequirementsMust be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33% FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% Never: 0%JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:SIT: OccasionallySTAND: ContinuouslyWALK: OccasionallyDRIVE: ContinuouslyJOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT:1-10lbs: Occasionally10-20lbs: Frequently25-50lbs: Frequently50-100lbs: FrequentlyOver 100lbs: NeverJOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY:1-10 lbs.: Occasionally10-20 lbs.: Occasionally25-50 lbs.: Occasionally50-100 lbs.: OccasionallyOver 100 lbs.: NeverJOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:Push/pull: FrequentlyStep/Climb/balance: FrequentlyStoop/squat: FrequentlyKneel: FrequentlyBend: FrequentlyReach above shoulder: OccasionallyGrasp objects: ContinuouslyManipulate objects: FrequentlyReach/Turn: FrequentlyCompensation 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 between $15.00 and $17.00 hr.As applicable, 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 click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***