Protein Conversion Feather/Blood Operator

JBS Foods • Edinburg, VA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

The Feather/Blood Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the feather and blood processing systems in the protein conversion facility. The role monitors processing equipment, ensures product quality standards, maintains equipment performance, and supports production goals while following safety, environmental, and company policies.

This position works in an industrial rendering/protein conversion facility, with exposure to moving machinery, steam, heat, dust, raw materials, odors, and finished products. Employees may work in hot and cold weather and varying temperatures, noise levels, and outdoor conditions. Overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-ins may be required as needed. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, regularly lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing stairs, ladders, and elevated platforms, and frequently bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching. Required PPE includes hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, and steel-toed footwear.

The position is based in Edinburg, Virginia, and is scheduled for the second shift, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Base hourly pay is $20.45. The employee must provide a complete five-year work history for consideration.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety.
• Consistent attendance and reliability.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and work on elevated platforms.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach frequently.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, odors, noise levels, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, respirators, and steel-toed footwear.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous manufacturing, rendering, protein conversion, or poultry experience.
• Experience operating cookers, pumps, conveyors, and processing equipment.
• Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor feather and blood processing systems, including collection, transfer, storage, drying, meal handling, pumps, tanks, conveyors, and related equipment.
• Monitor temperatures, pressures, flow rates, and other operating parameters to support product quality and efficient production.
• Ensure proper material flow throughout processing systems and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections, identify process or equipment issues, and notify supervision or maintenance of abnormalities.
• Collect product samples and assist with quality control activities.
• Maintain accurate production records, operating logs, and shift documentation.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and support equipment cleaning and sanitation activities.
• Maintain cleanliness, housekeeping, and sanitation standards in receiving, processing, and loadout areas.

Benefits

• Vision, medical, and dental coverage beginning after 60 days of employment.
• Paid time off, including sick leave and vacation, and six company-observed holidays.
• 401(k) with company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Continuous learning opportunities and career development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED