Poultry Production Pallet Operator

Bell & Evans; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell & Evans is seeking a Production Associate – Product Handler to support poultry processing operations. You will weigh, label, wrap, and move products while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards.

This role involves following recipes, running basic equipment, and coordinating with leads to align with production schedules. Candidates should be able to handle repetitive work, lift up to 40 pounds, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous poultry production experience or experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Previous experience operating production equipment is a plus.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure pallet jacks are clean from the previous shift and complete required pre-operation inspections.
• Weigh products using floor scales and print accurate labels.
• Use stretch wrap to securely package products on pallets.
• Move finished products to designated storage or shipping areas.
• Stock production lines with required PPE and hand-washing supplies.
• Complete required temperature checks throughout the manufacturing area.
• Verify product seals are correct and match production screens.
• Operate and maintain basic production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and requirements.
• Inspect and calibrate equipment before use and following equipment breakdowns.
• Coordinate with department leads to follow production schedules and prepare the correct work-in-process (WIP).
• Follow product recipes and production specifications to ensure the correct product mix.
• Calculate ingredient weights accurately to achieve the required product mix.
• Ensure ingredients are within the appropriate co-date and meet all Quality Assurance (QA) requirements for temperature and consistency.
• Work with QA to obtain the appropriate water/phage mixture.
• Safely use scissors or knives to open necessary ingredients.
• Operate scales and ensure all finished buggies/bins are properly labeled and covered.
• Move and store finished buggies/bins in designated areas or deliver them to the appropriate production line.
• Monitor products for downgrades, contamination, or foreign material and report issues promptly.
• Follow all food safety, quality, sanitation, and company procedures.
• Be willing and able to work in other departments and positions as production and staffing needs require.

Job description

Bell & Evans is seeking a Production Associate – Product Handler to support poultry processing operations. You will weigh, label, wrap, and move products while maintaining safety, quality, and production standards.

This role involves following recipes, running basic equipment, and coordinating with leads to align with production schedules. Candidates should be able to handle repetitive work, lift up to 40 pounds, and work in a fast-paced environment.