Modernization Sorter

JBS USA; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

JBS USA in the United States is seeking a Beef Modernization Sorter on the production floor in a management support capacity. Base pay starts at $25.60/hour with eligibility for annual bonuses and benefits after the introductory period.

The role requires precision knife skills, the ability to learn anatomy, physiology and pathology, and strong communication. You must be detail oriented, physically capable, and a team player in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Harvest floor knife experience required.
• Ability to sharpen knives and maintain sharp edges.
• Willingness to learn anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and disciplined.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull products repeatedly.
• Must work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform precise knife cuts while observing pathology, presentation, and sanitary standards.
• Collaborate with multiple harvest floor departments and participate in training.

Skills

Knife experience

Knife sharpening

Anatomy basics

Communication

Attention to detail

Challenging work

Lifting ability

Team player

Job description

Description

Position at JBS USA

BEEF MODERNIZATION SORTER

Job Type: Management Support

Hours: Production hours

Job Posted: June 23, 2026

Requirements:

• Harvest floor knife experience
• Ability to sharpen a knife and maintain a sharp knife
• Willingness to learn anatomy, physiology and pathological disease processes
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be detail oriented and disciplined
• Interested in work that challenges you mentally
• Ability to lift, push, and pull product repetitively
• Work effectively in a TEAM atmosphere

Job description:

A Beef Modernization Sorter must have strong observational abilities while performing precision knife cuts so they may make correct decisions related to pathology, presentation or possible sanitary dressing deficiencies. Beef Modernization Sorters work in a high-paced environment and must understand Food Safety and Quality are their primary responsibility. Beef Modernization Sorters undergo intensive and recurring training and must be willing to train/educate others.

Beef Modernization Sorters work closely with many different harvest floor departments including USDA-FSIS Consumer Safety Inspectors.

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time off: sick leave, vacation and 6 company observed holidays.
• 401(k): eligible after the 1st day of employment including company match which begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
• Base salary entry level: $25.60/hour
• This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program.

The company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control ACT requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

EOE, including disability/vets