Precision Knife Operator in Meat Processing

Central Valley Meat Co; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 28,034; Full time

Job summary

Central Valley Meat Co. is hiring a General Production Worker in Hanford, CA. This role involves working across meat production areas, processing, trimming, packaging, weighing and boxing finished products, while prioritizing safety and food quality.

Applicants should be capable of repetitive tasks, standing for long periods, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Experience in meat processing is a plus; a fast-paced, safety-focused environment awaits.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of machinery and production operations.
• Previous experience in meat processing and packing environment is a definite asset.
• Sustained physical effort required to move throughout work areas, climb steps, ladders as required, and walk around equipment.
• Must be able to identify food safety violations or product quality issues.
• Ability to work under cold or hot conditions.
• Commitment to safety and food quality processes.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods of time.
• Critical thinking, significant use of memory and continuous learning.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and decision making skills.
• Reliable and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Work in various areas of the meat production workflow.
• Assist in ensuring fundamental food safety and quality practices are maintained to achieve food safety and quality objectives.
• Support ongoing improvements of food safety programs.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and organized work environment.
• Use all safety personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures and rules.
• Trimming to remove fat, hide, defects or contamination from muscle and tissues.
• Supporting roles in the processing of beef.
• General use of a knife or other tools.
• Weighing, labeling, bagging, packing and boxing finished product.
• Ensuring food safety and quality.
• Cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Maintaining a safe working environment.

Job description

Central Valley Meat Co. is hiring a General Production Worker in Hanford, CA. This role involves working across meat production areas, processing, trimming, packaging, weighing and boxing finished products, while prioritizing safety and food quality.

Applicants should be capable of repetitive tasks, standing for long periods, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Experience in meat processing is a plus; a fast-paced, safety-focused environment awaits.