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The Case Sealing Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining case sealing machinery to ensure that products are securely and accurately sealed for distribution. This role involves monitoring the sealing process, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Verify case sealers are on and working before production starts
- Mop water from the dry ice box in the morning
- Verify that big boxes go to the big case sealer
- Pull mini boxes off main conveyor to the small sealer conveyor
- Check the sealers glue pots thru all day and add glue if need it
- Verify all boxes contain dry ice
- Cleanup work area at end of shift
- NOTE: this...
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The Drop Brisket position involves the efficient and precise handling of brisket. The primary responsibility is to properly drop, ensuring high standards of quality and safety.
- Mark the brisket 1 inch from cartilage bone
- Use knife to follow seam of brisket careful not to damage the product
- Steel Knife
- 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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The Loin Buster Saw Operator is responsible for operating the loin buster saw to cut loin sections from the round, and requires skillful handling of specialized equipment to ensure precise cuts while adhering to quality standards.
- Will use dual handle trigger to –activate the loin buster saw
- Use buster saw to separate the loin from the round just below the femur bone
- 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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The Pull Tenderloins is responsible for extracting tenderloin from the loin with precision and efficiency. This role involves using a knife to ensure that the tenderloins are removed correctly, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Use hook to pull loin off conveyor
- Use a knife to remove the tenderloin from the loin
- Push loin and tenderloin onto conveyor
- Steel Knife
- 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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The Bone Ribs are responsible for de-boning the rib bones from the rib, this role requires precise handling and cutting to ensure the ribs meet quality standards and specifications.
- Use hook to pull rib off conveyor
- Use knife and hook to remove all bones and back strap from the rib
- Place bones and back strap into bone conveyor
- Push rib back onto conveyor
- Steel Knife
- 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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The Bone Chuck is responsible for deboning the neckbone from the chuck paying close attention to details and bone cleanliness, skillful handling and precision to ensure chuck cuts meet quality standards and specifications.
- Use hook to pull chuck off conveyor
- Use knife to remove neck bone, chuck rack, bones, and back strap
- Place bones and back strap into bone chute
- Push finished product back onto conveyor
- Steel Knife
- 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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The Pull clod role is responsible for separation of the clod from the forequarter from the carcass, paying close attention to details and bone cleanliness. The role is also responsible for skillful handling and precision to ensure clod cuts meet quality standards and specifications.
- Use a hook to pull on the clod piece of meat while using a knife to make cuts to remove the clod piece from the chuck; ensure no cuts are made to the brisket and clod tenders
- After piece of meat is cut off, drop the shoulder clod onto the conveyor
- Separate the foreshank bone from the blade bone
- Steel Knife
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform...
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We are looking for an experienced and proactive Utilities Systems Supervisor to oversee the safe and efficient operation of our facility’s utility systems. This role involves supervising a team responsible for the operation, maintenance, and monitoring of high-pressure steam boilers, ammonia refrigeration, well water, potable water, hot water, HVAC systems, fire suppression systems and air compressors. The ideal candidate will have a solid background with industrial systems, strong troubleshooting skills, a proactive approach to safety and compliance, and a commitment to maintaining operational efficiency and team leadership skills.
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The face plate trimmer is responsible for the visual inspection and removal of any contamination or foreign objects on the head, neck and face plate area of the carcass. Contamination may include hide, hair, eye lids or quality defects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Use knife to trim any loose skin, hair, or small pieces of contamination off head, neck and face plate of the carcass.
- Rinse knife and hand, steel knife, then place knife in sterilizer after each carcass.
- Remove the second knife from sterilizer and begin procedure on next.
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other...
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The Templer is the process of scoring the meat from the temple area of the head. The Templer will use a knife to mark around the temple to remove the meat from the head for it to be removed with the jawbone.
Key Responsibilities:
- Use knife to cut temple meat out.
- Stamp tongue with a U stamp for under 30 months.
- Use scanner to scan tag for: Black tags, under 30, and contaminated.
- Place bag over the head that USDA has stamped out.
- Rinse knife and hand, steel knife, then place knife in sterilizer after each carcass.
- Remove the second knife from sterilizer and begin procedure on...
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The hide pattern trimmer is the process of trimming unusable areas of the hide to specific hide pattern. The hide pattern trimmer will use a knife to remove the faceplate, knee area, tail, and udder/ cod of the hide.
Key Responsibilities:
- Trim faceplate keeping square cheek area
- Open shanks and trim knee
- Open tail and trim square
- Trim teats and fat stringers
- 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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Cattle scale operators are responsible for handling all animals humanely, proper and accurate documentation of cattle received and on site, as well as cleanliness of the barn area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Will be working with live cattle.
- Accurately fill out weight ticket (paperwork) for cattle being weighed.
- Weigh cattle.
- Moving cattle to proper locations within the barn (ex. Truck to scale, scale to pen, pen to knock).
- Ensure all gates are secure to prevent mixing of producer’s cattle.
- Ensure that proper documentation is kept accurate.
- Verify cattle counts and pen...
Job Summary
The Cattle Payables Clerk will be responsible for organizing, reconciling and issuing payments for cattle purchased each day at the plant.
Key Responsibilities
- Input data into system, match to harvest lots, and issue checks for cattle
- Work with barn and cattle payable personnel to solve issues
- Set up new vendors, check for liens, and all other necessary documents
- Organize & scan scale tickets for backup
- Assist in entering the receipt of the cattle into the system (AS400) with accuracy
- Reconcile variances in cattle costs
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee...
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The Recruiter will assist with full cycle recruiting for the facility. The ideal candidate is passionate about recruiting, can work independently, and provide excellent customer service with a successful recruiting track record.
- Support all activities in the recruitment life cycle to include pro-actively sourcing candidates, screening, selecting,...
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The Load Controller is responsible for managing and overseeing the loading and unloading of cargo in accordance with safety regulations and operational standards. This role ensures that cargo is properly loaded, balanced, and secured to optimize space and maintain safety during transit.
- Load planning, building full loads as well as multi stop loads with routing optimization using e2open.
- Build transfer loads from the plant to the freezer using e2open.
- Build transfer loads from the freezer to the plant using e2open.
- Communicate with the sales office requesting order date changes, communicate product shortages, product date issues and load weight adjustment needs. Notify sales when starting to load...
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The Billing Clerk is responsible for managing and processing invoices, ensuring accuracy in billing, and maintaining financial records related to accounts receivable. This role plays a crucial part in the timely and accurate billing of clients and customers, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.
- The billing clerk will be responsible for the creation of a manifest and bills of lading for each customer order. Create a load temperature sheet for all drivers to sign and one for the driver to take. The billing clerk will communicate with carriers through email or phone regarding completion of a loaded trailer.
- Use the loaders trailer load sheet and order sheets to verify the case counts of...
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The Palletizer is responsible for efficiently and accurately stacking products or materials onto pallets in preparation for shipping or storage. This role ensures that products are properly arranged, secured, and labeled, contributing to effective inventory management and safe transportation.
- Complete a daily inspection report of the pallet jack at the start of each shift. Report any deficiencies that would not allow safe use of the pallet jack immediately to the shipping supervisor.
- Order pickers will report to the load controller to receive load pick tickets.
- Order pickers will work with the high lift drivers to drop product required based on the pick ticket.
- Order pickers...
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The High Lift Operator is responsible for operating high lift equipment to move, stack, and retrieve materials within a warehouse or manufacturing facility. This role ensures the safe and efficient handling of materials, contributing to streamlined operations and effective inventory management.
- Complete a daily inspection report of the high lifter at the start of each shift. Report any deficiencies that would not allow safe use of the equipment immediately to the dock supervisor.
- High lifter drivers will assist forklift drivers in weekly cycle counts of the product in the cooler.
- High lift drivers will help forklift drivers in the daily rotation of the product in the cooler.
- Rack and locate...
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The Loader is responsible for efficiently and safely loading and unloading materials, products, or cargo onto and off trucks, containers, or storage areas. This role ensures that items are properly handled, secured, and organized to facilitate smooth and effective transportation and storage operations.
- Complete a daily forklift inspection report at the start of each shift. Report any deficiencies that would not allow safe use of the equipment immediately to the shipping supervisor.
- Loaders will work with an order picker as a team and will share responsibilities of each load to which they are assigned.
- Loaders are required to complete a trailer checklist prior to loading. If deficiencies are found with...
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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 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 good repair. Pipe fit,...
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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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This is a position that oversees, operates and maintains a complex industrial wastewater pretreatment system that contains a variety of wastewater treatment processes and auxiliary equipment for the processing and handling of industrial wastewater and generated industrial byproducts.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor all wastewater pretreatment plant equipment and make necessary adjustments based on findings.
- Take periodic samples and perform and record the results of various tests to assess and monitor the condition of the system and determine optimal chemical and biological treatment.
- Maintain the efficiency of plant...
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The Community Liaison role will focus on supporting the integration of new hires into our workforce and the local community. Acting as a community developer, the candidate will identify and address the needs and concerns of residents regarding newcomers, facilitating their effective adjustment to the area. Additionally, the candidate will manage collaborative efforts between the city staff, elected officials, service providers, faith groups, business partners, landlords, and other community stakeholders to address matters related to the new AFG plant, including AFG events for community partners. This includes representing AHP during public and community meetings and addressing questions, concerns, and issues...
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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.
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.
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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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...
Job Summary
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 Orientation Trainer will be responsible for facilitating the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring they are well-integrated into the company and equipped with the knowledge and tools needed for success. The role includes delivering engaging orientation sessions, providing a comprehensive overview of company policies, culture, and procedures, and addressing any questions or concerns new hires may have. The orientation trainer works closely with HR and other departments to continuously improve the orientation program and enhance the overall onboarding experience. The ideal trainer will have strong presentation skills, a deep understanding of the company’s values and practices, and a passion for helping new employees start...
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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...
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 Lead person role is to provide direction and support to ensure all tasks and objectives are completed successfully.
Key Responsibilities:
- Knowledge and understanding of all tasks within a department.
- Using tools such as a hook, knife and equipment to safely and properly dress carcasses.
- Communicate with employees and management to quickly and effectively resolve production issues or concerns.
- If contamination is present, use a hook and knife to remove any visible contamination.
- Follow proper sanitation procedures
- NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform...
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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...
We are excited to offer a promising career opportunity for a Bilingual Human Resources professional at our state-of-the-art America’s Heartland Packing (AHP) facility in Wright City, Missouri. In this role, you will be exposed to various aspects of our business and contribute to multiple functions, including HR recruiting, payroll, employee relations, training, and safety. You will work closely with leaders from different departments and engage in community projects and initiatives. This is your start in the meat industry journey before you are finally placed in a position either at AHP or any of our other facilities.
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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...
Job Summary
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...
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...
Job Summary
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...
Job Summary
The Maintenance Supervisor must have basic knowledge of General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and Welding (TIG, STICK). Supervisors 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
Key Responsibilities
- Lead up to 10 team members to perform daily tasks and paperwork
- Organize and implement mechanical and engineering projects
- Ensure all assigned daily PM’s and paperwork are completed
- Ensure production lines are in good mechanical...
Job Summary
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 Maintenance Supervisor must have basic knowledge of General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and Welding (TIG, STICK). Supervisors 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
Key Responsibilities
- Lead up to 10 team members to perform daily tasks and paperwork
- Organize and implement mechanical and engineering projects
- Ensure all assigned daily PM’s and paperwork are completed
- Ensure production lines are in good mechanical...
Job Summary
The QA Lead Harvest is responsible for ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance on the harvest and fabrication floor through monitoring, auditing, and documenting any conformities and nonconformities.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities for the Quality Assurance department and works closely with local and regional USDA/FSIS authorities,...
Job Summary
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...
Job Summary
The Production 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
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.
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;...
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As a Distribution Supervisor you will be responsible for directing, controlling, and coordinating a team of individuals to create a positive work environment with a high morale. In addition, developing good working relationships which reflects a commitment to safety (human and food), along with product quality, while maintaining constructive relations through company values and behaviors in action.
Job Summary
This position ensures that inventory levels are maintained, orders are processed, and supplies are distributed as needed across various departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive, unpack, and inspect incoming shipments for discrepancies or damages, and report findings to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain accurate inventory records, including quantities, locations, and descriptions, using inventory management software.
- Issue supplies, materials, and equipment to departmental staff, recording issuance details to ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels.
- Perform physical inventory cycle counts as...
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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...