General Production Labor - Harvest​/Kill

General Production Labor - Harvest/Kill

Salary Range: $15.00 To $16.00 Hourly

The General Production Laborer on the Harvest Floor is responsible for following established procedures to humanely slaughter and process animals. This role requires meeting line speed and quality goals set by the Harvest Manager while ensuring operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and humanely. Maintaining cleanliness, regulatory compliance, and contributing to team success are key aspects of this position.

• Unloading and segregating live animals in a humane manner in preparation for processing on the Harvest Floor.
• Humanely stunning animals to prepare for processing.
• Removing hides using knives, handsaws, and other powered equipment.
• Harvesting blood and other offal products on the Harvest Floor.
• Trimming carcasses to ensure they are free of contaminants.
• Operating scales and monitoring production line efficiency and speed.
• Adhering to Humane Handling, Sanitary Dressing, Safe Practices, and all regulatory compliance standards.

• Ability to stand for extended periods while performing physical, repetitive tasks.
• Gripping, grasping, lifting, or pushing items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Working in a hot, wet, and humid environment.

• Full-time hourly position: 8 to 12 hours per day.
• Overtime and occasional weekend work required.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in a manufacturing or similar work environment preferred.

Disclaimer:
This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.