FSQA FSIS Post-Mortem Sorter - B Shift - Dakota City Plant

Tyson • Dakota City, NE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Examine and pre-sort carcasses post-mortem during the harvest process for presentation to Food Safety and Inspection Service personnel who conduct mandatory inspection of all carcass and parts. Perform initial pre-sortation of carcasses on a moving conveyor line as part of process to determine whether carcasses are wholesome and fit for human consumption. Identification and pre-sortation of the carcasses includes the head, tail, tongue, thymus gland and all viscera of each animal harvested. Performing physical and visual pre-sortation of product. Conducting pre-sortation and verifying condition of various organs, lymph nodes, complete cervical visceral and rail pre-sortation of all carcasses harvested. Addressing issues arising around the pre-sortation of product in accordance with regulations, guidelines and training. Assisting with post-mortem pre-sortation and maintaining all associated parts for veterinary disposition. All other duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• Prefer High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in the Fresh Meats industry preferred or other QA type experience or relevant education.
• Basic Computer Skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in ALL Areas of communication: verbal, written, and reading.
• Giving verbal feedback to supervisors, other departments, and coworkers.
• Compiling paperwork at the end of the day.
• Frequent physical activities such as walking, climbing, standing and kneeling are required, including climbing stairs, ladders and walking on catwalks.
• Job responsibilities may require extended hours (10 hours or more).
• This position requires the use of a knife and hook.
• Job could involve heavy lifting (50lbs or more) individually.
• Work in hot and humid (80 – 100) environment.
• MUST PROVIDE A RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• College or technical school a plus.

Responsibilities

• Examine and pre-sort carcasses post-mortem during the harvest process.
• Perform initial pre-sortation of carcasses on a moving conveyor line.
• Identify and pre-sort the head, tail, tongue, thymus gland and all viscera of each animal harvested.
• Perform physical and visual pre-sortation of product.
• Conduct pre-sortation and verify the condition of various organs, lymph nodes, complete cervical visceral and rail pre-sortation of all carcasses harvested.
• Address issues arising around the pre-sortation of product in accordance with regulations, guidelines and training.
• Assist with post-mortem pre-sortation and maintain all associated parts for veterinary disposition.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits

What This Job Offers

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