Precision Knife Operator — Food Safety & QA

Pilgrim; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Plainwell, Michigan, is seeking a Quality Assurance & Food Safety team member to perform precision knife cuts on the harvest floor, making critical decisions based on pathology, product presentation, and sanitary dressing standards.

You will observe anatomical indicators to ensure food safety and product quality, collaborate with Supervisors and USDA-FSIS inspectors, and participate in ongoing training to stay current with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Prior harvest floor knife experience, straight knife preferred.
• Experience in food production preferred but not required.
• Fluent in English communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision knife cuts on the harvest floor using a straight knife, making critical decisions based on pathology, product presentation, and sanitary dressing standards.
• Observe and identify anatomical, physiological, and pathological indicators to ensure food safety and product quality.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy while working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Collaborate closely with Supervisor, USDA-FSIS Consumer Safety Inspectors, and other Harvest floor departments.
• Participate in ongoing training and educational sessions to maintain up-to-date knowledge of food safety standards.
• Demonstrate consistent adherence to company policies and food safety procedures.

Skills

Knife sharpening

Observation

English communication

Physical stamina

Self-discipline

Anatomy/disease knowledge

Team orientation

Job description

JBS Plainwell, Michigan, is seeking a Quality Assurance & Food Safety team member to perform precision knife cuts on the harvest floor, making critical decisions based on pathology, product presentation, and sanitary dressing standards.

You will observe anatomical indicators to ensure food safety and product quality, collaborate with Supervisors and USDA-FSIS inspectors, and participate in ongoing training to stay current with safety standards.