PRODUCTION HOURLY

JBS USA; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

JBS is seeking general laborers for our pork production floor. You will perform tasks using knives, steel, and a hook, and operate heavy equipment to bag and box product. Strict adherence to PPE and food safety protocols is required while working at high speed.

This role involves lifting 50+ pounds, working in cold environments, and overtime including Saturdays during peak seasons. Reporting to work daily and collaborating with others is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in cold temperatures and damp environments.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs. or more.
• Must adhere to food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Use knives, steel, and hooks to perform tasks.
• Keep knives sharp and request assistance if needed.
• Operate heavy equipment and assist with bagging/boxing product.
• Follow PPE guidelines and safety procedures.
• Work at high speed and lift 50+ pounds as required.
• Maintain clean work areas and comply with food safety standards.
• Inspect meat products and packaging for quality.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Tools

Knife handling

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Description

Description Preview

JBS® Pork is a leader in premium pork products designed to provide customers with a superior eating experience each and every time. Our wide selection of brands including Swift® and Swift Premium®, are well-recognized for their value, freshness and consistency. From our premium fresh natural products to our innovative dry rubbed, ready-to-cook products, JBS Pork offers the solution for your quality pork needs.

JBS is hiring for quality, motivated, people to join the JBS team on our production floor as general laborers.

Applicants should be willing or capable of performing the following jobs in the plant:

• Work in an area where livestock is being killed
• Work regularly in temperatures are near or below freezing (Coolers, Loading Dock Freezer)
• Work in areas with unpleasant odors
• Work in damp or cold conditions (20-30 Degrees-Fabrication)
• Work in extreme heat (up to 104 degrees in the kill floor)
• Work in areas that require you to lift, pull, or push 50 lbs.
• Work with sharp knives or a cutting tool
• Willing and capable of working overtime when necessary (Heavy Season- August- February
• Available to work Day and Nights
• Willing and capable of working Saturdays
• Willing and capable of working in or around bloody areas, in a fast pace work environment, performing repetitive hand motions and body movements. Physical demanding jobs may take 5 to 6 weeks for the body to fully adjust to the work conditions, work environment, and job descriptions.
• LIFTING/ PUSHING/PULLING – 10 lbs. -50 lbs. production
• NEUTRAL WRIST- Repetitive hand motions and grasping.
• REACHING – Reaching for product on the conveyor belt with hooks, reaching for boxes, or bags
• STANDING – Constant standing for 8 to 10 hours per day, 6 days a week (Loading dock 7 days as needed per schedule.) (2 allowed breaks are scheduled based on the union contract and operational requirements.)

Loading Dock

• Heavy Work - Exerting 51 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 26 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 11 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
• Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work.

Expectations

• Report to work every day at your scheduled start time.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Follow supervisors and managers instructions.
• Have the ability to work with others, and get along with others.
• Work to the best of your abilities and have the desire to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Use assortment of knives, steel, and a hook to perform job tasks.
• Keep knife sharp: develop good knife sharpening skills. Ask for assistance if needed.
• Operate heavy equipment.
• Bag and Box product.
• Must use proper personal protective equipment effectively.
• Expected to work hands on at high speed and times to lift over 50 pounds.
• Must keep work areas clean and follow proper food safety protocols.
• Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat.
• May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing.
• Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging.
• Stay aware of your surroundings and notify a supervisor if you recognize a hazard.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Production and maintenance settings
• Exposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knives
• Slippery floors, cold temperatures, and loud ambient noise
• Ability to work 50+ hours
• Good attendance and safety records

Relationships

• Internal: Employees on the production line and plant management
• External: USDA and Union

Comments: The schedule for this position is typically Mon - Fri. Weekend work required as scheduled. During Fall Season, Saturdays are typically scheduled.

EOE, including disability/vets

• JBS offers a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.

JBS is an equal opportunity employer.

Our foundation & our strength is in our values

DETERMINATION | SIMPLICITY | AVAILABILITY | HUMILITY | SINCERITY | DISCIPLINE | OWNERS