Meat Prep Operator

 
Title:  Meat Prep Operator, 1st Shift   Req ID: 4205

City, State:  Wells, MN, Minnesota (US-MN)

Reports to:  Production Supervisor 

Department:  1st Shift Production Wells 

Classification:  Nonexempt 

 

Title: Machine Operator/Meat Prep Operator, 1st Shift 

City, State:     Wells, MN 

Reports to:      Supervisor or Lead Person 

Department:    1st Shift Line 11 Production Wells  

Classification: Full-Time, Hourly, Nonexempt  

 

Physical Classification: 1-11 (see Back & Task Chart) 

Hours: 4:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (Hours May Vary)  

Wage: $22.55 

  

JOB SUMMARY: Blend or mix raw materials and ingredients to designated specifications to ensure that final mixed product meets designated specifications. 

  

JOB DUTIES: 

• Set up, operate and disassemble equipment as required.  Includes mixers, grinders and other machines in department. 

• Record all raw material usage on the computer. 

• Perform all necessary record keeping for QA and inventory records. 

• Measure and/or weigh all specified ingredients according to specifications and batch sheets. 

• Mix ingredients and chill, if necessary, at a proper temperature. 

• Maintain clean work area. 

• Must be able to read and understand specifications and batch sheets. 

• Frequent twisting, bending and lifting up to 100#. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

• Work with Xray equipment  

  

WORKING CONDITIONS: High noise, varied temperatures (warm to cold), slippery floors, moving equipment and dust may be present. Wear appropriate PPE and other equipment as necessary or required.  

  

QUALIFICATIONS: Display positive attitude and teamwork skills. Must be able to stand and walk up to 8 hours per day. Ability to frequently bend, lift and twist. Must pass the company physical classification test for essential functions of the position.  

  

JOB SELECTION:  Awarded job selections are based on the following criteria, but not limited to: Work experience, job evaluations, HR records (attendances, warnings, notices, etc.), personal interviews, job related test (math, typing, etc.), previous training and/or education, and length of service with Brakebush Brothers, Inc. 

  

If you have been in your current salaried position for less than six-months, you must have approval from your VP before applying for a new salaried position that is at a lateral job/wage level or lower. If you are applying for a salaried position, after less than six-months in your current position, and it is at a higher job/wage level, you do not need approval. 

  

Brakebush Brothers, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in our hiring, training, or promotion policies. We will not discriminate against job applicants or employees for reasons of race, religion, color, sex, handicap, age, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

 

 

About Brakebush Brothers, Inc.:
Since 1925, our privately owned and U.S. operated family business fulfils its mission to exceed customer expectations with quality chicken products at competitive prices and provide a safe and quality work environment for our employees, consisting of competitive wages, great benefits, and optimum working conditions. Brakebush Brothers, Inc. currently has four locations. Our original plant in Westfield, WI is a further processing plant that houses the corporate offices and our fleet, Brakebush Transportation, Inc. Our Wells, MN and Mocksville, NC are additional further processing facilities and the Irving, TX location is a raw portioning operation. Through high-capacity production lines and a national distribution network, we provide over 200 products for Foodservice, Industrial and National accounts across the United States. Brakebush takes pride in continuous improvement, learning and development of our employees at all levels, employee wellness initiatives and ongoing support of our community and charities.  

We offer amazing benefits:
Programs: 401(k) with Company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Time, Paid Parental Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance program

Insurances: Medical/Dental, Reimbursement Accounts - Flex Spending Account (FSA)/Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP), Case Management and Maternity Management Services, Insurance Travel Assistance Program, Life Insurance for you and your family, and Telemedicine Services

Optional Additional Insurance: Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Accident Plan, Accidental Death (AD&D), Critical Illness, and Supplemental Life Insurance.

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