PRODUCTION HOURLY First and Second Shift.

JBS USA; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Community involvement

Job summary

JBS USA (Principe Foods) is seeking an Hourly Production worker for the Columbia, MO facility to help ensure safe, compliant manufacturing and packaging of meat products. The role requires completing mandatory safety and Food Safety/GMP trainings and assisting with product reconditioning as needed.

The ideal candidate should be agile, able to shift with business needs, and prepared to work in a high-speed production environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 months of relevant experience (Manufacturing, Construction, etc.) within the last 5 years
• Work regularly in temperatures near or below freezing (Coolers, Loading Dock Freezer)
• Work in damp or cold conditions (20-30 Degrees-Fabrication)
• Lift, pull, or push 50 lbs.
• Work with sharp knives or cutting tools
• Willing and capable of overtime
• Available to work day and night shifts
• Willing and capable of working Saturdays
• LIFTING/PUSHING/PULLING – 10 lbs. -50 lbs. production
• NEUTRAL WRIST - Repetitive hand motions
• REACHING – Reach for product on conveyor belt and boxes/bags
• STANDING – 8-10 hours daily, 6 days a week (7 days as needed)

Responsibilities

• Use an assortment of tools to perform job tasks
• Operate heavy equipment
• Bag and box product
• Must use proper personal protective equipment effectively
• Work hands-on at high speed and times to lift over 50 pounds
• Follow food safety protocols and keep areas clean
• Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging
• Notify a supervisor of hazards
• Other duties as assigned
• This description covers general duties and not exhaustive list

Job description

Job Summary

Hourly Production Workers are the backbone of our Company. They perform a key role with ensuring that our products are consistently manufactured safely and the specifications of our customers. They are responsible for completing mandatory safety trainings applicable to their specific job assignments, complete all required Food Safety/GMP trainings and assist with product reconditioning as needed or directed.

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION

Position Title: Production Hourly

Position Type: Fulltime

Department: Operations

Location: Columbia, MO

Business Unit: Principe Foods

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Job Summary

Hourly Production Workers are the backbone of our Company. They perform a key role with ensuring that our products are consistently manufactured safely and the specifications of our customers. They are responsible for completing mandatory safety trainings applicable to their specific job assignments, complete all required Food Safety/GMP trainings and assist with product reconditioning as needed or directed.

As an organization, we do our best to ensure that our Hourly Production workers are able to master their assigned roles before moving on to other positions within the facility, but that is not always possible. Ideal candidates for these positions must be agile and willing to shift focus and energies as the business demand changes.

Starting Pay rate is $20 per hour

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Use an assortment of tools to perform job tasks
• 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
• 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
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• At least 3 months of relevant experience (Manufacturing, Construction, etc.) within the last 5 years
• Work regularly in temperatures are near or below freezing (Coolers, Loading Dock Freezer)
• Work in damp or cold conditions (20-30 Degrees-Fabrication)
• 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
• Available to work day and Nights
• Willing and capable of working Saturdays
• 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.)

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Production and maintenance settings
• Exposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knives
• Slippery floors, cold temperatures, and loud ambient noise
• Ability to work 40+ hours
• Good attendance and safety records
• The schedule for this position is typicallyMon - Fri. Weekend work required as scheduled. During Fall Season, Saturdays are typically scheduled.

More About Us

Since 1945, Principe has combined its Italian heritage with true craftsmanship to deliver the best Italian meats and charcuterie in the world. To meet growing consumer demand for great-tasting, high-quality Italian meats and charcuterie, Principe Foods is opening a new facility, combining old world traditions with innovative recipes, and expanding the authentic artisan offerings of Principe in the United States.

JBS Prepared Foods, a division of JBS USA, the leading global supplier of diversified, high-quality food products, acquired Principe Foods in February 2022.

Now it is your turn to join a company with the mission to use these 100-plus years of knowledge to be the BEST in all we do; completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers; a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders. All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.

• Opportunity for career growth – we prefer to promote internal employees into management roles as they are ready for new responsibilities
• Comprehensive benefits package for full time employees including Medical, 401(k) and free tuition to select schools
• Charitable involvement across Mid-West communities (Hometown Strong)
• Company Culture (Purpose & Culture)

EOE, including disability/vets.