Production Technician

TFC Poultry; Ashby (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TFC Poultry in Minnesota is seeking a Production Technician to perform deboning and packaging tasks while maintaining sanitary conditions in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities include cutting, trimming, packaging poultry, operating power tools, and assisting with cleanup, with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and adherence to HAACP/SSOP protocols. Team collaboration and continuous improvement are encouraged on the production line.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, and package poultry pieces on the production line.
• Operate power tools to assist processing when needed.
• Maintain sanitary conditions and follow HAACP and SSOP protocols.
• Assist in cleaning designated areas and managing waste.
• Strive to improve efficiency, sanitation, and overall workflow by teamwork.

Job description

Title: Production Technician

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Job Purpose: Production Technicians are responsible for completing various deboning and packaging tasks while maintaining sanitary conditions

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Cut, trim, and package various types of poultry
• Operate power tools to assist processing when needed
• Accurately and repeatedly carry out task(s) assigned with minimal labor, product, and material waste
• Maintain work environment in a sanitary condition and comply with HAACP and SSOP Protocols
• Assist in cleanup of designated areas through use of proper methods
• Must consistently look to improve efficiency, work environment and sanitation by being proactive or offering suggestions to coworkers, leads, and managers
• Communicate and establish healthy relationships with others in the workplace
• Attend training to improve skills and obtain forklift certification if operation of forklift occurs
• Report to Production Manager or Supervisor when problems, suggestions, or concerns arise
• Promote personal and company image throughout the community
• Demonstrate Flexibility when asked to change position or task on production line

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged Standing/Walking on concrete
• Repetitive hand, wrist, arm, and shoulder motions
• Repetitive lifting and turning of up to 3lbs
• Prolonged exposure to cold working conditions
• Ability to climb steps
• Some positions may require pushing, pulling, and lifting of up to 50lbs