Tunnel Meat Processing Technician

Simmons Pet Food; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a production line operator to work in our facility in Dubuque, IA. The role involves preparing blended meats, operating the extruder, and monitoring processing equipment to ensure product quality.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic math skills, and ability to read, write and speak English. PPE is required; on-site work with standard manufacturing shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have basic math skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Produce cooked meat chunks of blended meats to proper size and texture.
• Fill product line to extruder and ensure even product flow.
• Adjust steam tunnel and cutter to target temperatures and lengths.
• Record all measurements on batch sheets and maintain accurate logs.

Skills

Basic math

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a production line operator to work in our facility in Dubuque, IA. The role involves preparing blended meats, operating the extruder, and monitoring processing equipment to ensure product quality.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic math skills, and ability to read, write and speak English. PPE is required; on-site work with standard manufacturing shifts.