Job Summary
The Utility Person is flexible and adaptable, able to assist where needed and respond to various operational needs.
- Person must be knife skilled on several jobs across the fabrication floor
- Knowledgeable of saw operation skills
- Be able to communicate with team members across the floor
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.
Summary:
Production employees use hand tools, knives, and equipment to prepare meat in accordance with specifications and standards (safety, food safety, quantity) in preparation for further processing or packaging. The work is physically demanding, fast-paced, repetitive, and is performed in close proximity to others in a culturally diverse work environment. Start time is between 4:55 am and 7 am based on position and production needs.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Use hand tools, knives, or equipment to perform job tasks.
- Work in a variety of work temperatures: warm, hot, humid, cold, wet or with slippery...
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As an Electronics Technician, the role will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment and systems. The role involves diagnosing and resolving technical issues, performing routine inspections, and ensuring that all electronic devices operate efficiently and reliably. The technician will work closely with engineering and production teams to support the development and enhancement of electronic systems and provide technical expertise to troubleshoot and address any malfunctions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Installing and configuring electronic systems and equipment according to specifications and...
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The Lead Person must have basic knowledge of General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems,
Pneumatic, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and advanced Welding (TIG, STICK). Leads must be able to work either as a team or individually. Must comply with all company safety rules, lockout tagout (loto) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
Job Summary
The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the entire electrical department to include the plant electrical infrastructure and plant electrical personnel.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organize and oversee the electrical...
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The Rendering Operator is responsible for the grinding and cooking of animal byproduct and deadstock. Operations are carried out through computer controls while watching motor loads and speeds of various equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor equipment for quality assurance along with record keeping for items such as record of temperatures and inspection of incoming raw materials to stay in compliance.
- Loading of trucks with finished products. The Operator will be responsible for verifying the trailer is clean prior to loading. Load trucks and manage load levels per product. Document load paperwork for each load...
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The Maintenance Mechanic role requires basic knowledge of General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and Welding (TIG, STICK). Mechanics must follow all safety and GMP’s for the facility at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Ensure all assigned daily PM’s are completed
- Ensure production lines are in good mechanical order
- Aid other teams (Production, Quality- when needed)
- Setup and visually inspect and tests machinery and equipment and tear down
- Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to...
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Read and review blueprints, schematics, and project designs to determine test specifications and procedures. Investigate and evaluate machinery and equipment used by America’s Heartland Packing to diagnose faulty operation and report conclusions to the chief plant engineer to ensure continued operations. Analyze test results related to design or rated specifications and make modifications as necessary. Repair, rework or calibrate hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Use tools ranging from precision measuring instruments, electrical, and electronic testing devices to common hand tools. Perform work to keep machines, machine parts, mechanical or electrical equipment, wiring, structures, or building systems in...
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An electrician will be responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining the electrical infrastructure for the site to include 480-, 110-, and 24-volt systems.
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.
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This role will conduct carcass and carcass part sorting activities and identify any abnormal conditions or defects before carcasses and their parts are presented to online inspectors. The focus will be to separate carcasses, heads, and viscera that are abnormal from those that are normal.
Key Responsibilities
- Observe, palpate, and incise carcass and carcass parts to determine if abnormalities exist.
- Perform preparation (e.g., cuts) and presentation activities.
- Follow FSIS regulations and company procedures (e.g., heads,...
Job Summary
The Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of a team or department. This role involves managing workflow, ensuring quality and efficiency, providing guidance and support to team members, and maintaining adherence to safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in overseeing the safety culture and production of department
- Position requires team members to follow production schedule
- Effective communication with team members and manager
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the...
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The Equipment & Supply Clerk is responsible for stocking, tracking and distributing PP&E and production supplies to production employees in the plant.
Key Responsibilities
- Issue or distribute materials, products, parts, and supplies to employees
- Keep records of incoming and outgoing supplies
- Stock shelves, racks, cases, bins, and tables with new or transferred merchandise
- Cycle Counting and material requisitions as required
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered...
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The Utility Systems Operator is responsible for safely operating, monitoring, adjusting and maintaining a variety of utility systems, including high pressure steam boilers, ammonia refrigeration, well water, potable water, hot water, fire suppression, pneumatic, and HVAC equipment. This role requires hands-on experience with a diverse range of mechanical and electrical systems, as well as the ability to perform routine and emergency repairs, preventative maintenance, and system inspections. The operator must be proactive, self-directed, and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate steam boilers and associated...
Job Summary
The Maintenance Mechanic role requires basic knowledge of General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and Welding (TIG, STICK). Mechanics must follow all safety and GMP’s for the facility at all times.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Ensure all assigned daily PM’s are completed
- Ensure production lines are in good mechanical order
- Aid other teams (Production, Quality- when needed)
- Setup and visually inspect and tests machinery and equipment and tear down
- Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to...
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Responsible for on-the-job training including side-by-side training for assigned new hires and retraining transferred existing employees in designated area(s).
- Work with hires until they are capable in their own positions and are proficient enough to be on their own. Be available to educate and answer any questions or concerns as they arise.
- Provide feedback to appropriate supervisor.
- Coordinate and conduct daily stretches.
- Educate hires on the importance of reporting lost or damaged equipment and following procedures.
- Demonstrate how to properly use job equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Participate in creating standardized training approaches and...
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The Harvest Supervisor will be responsible for directing, controlling, and coordinating a team of individuals to create a positive work environment with high morale. Developing good working relationships which reflects a commitment to safety (human & food), along with product quality, while maintaining constructive relations through company values and behaviors in action.
Training / leadership development
- Conduct line meetings
- Promote and drive succession development within area of responsibility
- Encourage professional team building
- Oversee employee training in assigned area(s)
Job Summary
The Safety Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the safety and health of the employees in the workplace. Their duties include:
- Train employees on safe work practices
- Track training completion
- Encourage employees to identify unsafe or at-risk conditions and enforce safe work practices and regulations
- Ensure all required reports and records are properly maintained
- Lead acute incident investigations and ensure root cause analysis is used
- Coordinate and follow up with other departments to ensure that modifications and improvements are tracked, documented, and completed with established time frames
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may...
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QA technicians are responsible for ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance on the harvest, fabrication, and grind floor through monitoring, auditing, and documenting any conformities and nonconformities.
Key Responsibilities
- Job requires rotation of tasks (animal welfare, sampling, quality...