Utility Associate - 1st Shift

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Primarily responsible for filling in or performing all jobs in the assigned area or department in the absence of the regular worker. Trains new and current associates on jobs in the area as needed. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.

• Independently fill in and perform work while the regular worker is absent from the workstation.
• Distribute knives prior to shift start, swap out knives during shift, and collect knives at shift end.
• Set up assigned lines with stands and ice.
• Train or cross‑train incoming or current workers on new skills as needed.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area around the assigned line.
• Perform all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Basic math skills.

• Ability to perform one or more functions of the deboning process.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self‑motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shift hours.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.

• Stand up to 8 hours.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• Work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC).
• Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2, and moving production equipment.
• Ability to lift 10 lbs repeatedly and climb steps.
• Ability to frequently kneel, crawl, stoop, and bend.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.