Grinder Operator-1st
About The Position
The Grinder Operator operates and monitors grinder and/or slicing equipment used to process cooked meat products. The position assembles the equipment, maintains machine controls, loads cooked meat products, performs blade and gasket checks, maintains tool accountability, and supports efficient production operations. The employee works under the supervision and direction of the Processing Team Leader. This is a full-time position in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to refrigerated temperatures. Floors may be wet and slippery, and noise levels may be elevated due to production equipment. The role requires handling hot and cold cooked meat products and may involve flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as required.
Requirements
- Ability to operate grinding and/or slicing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Good attendance and reliability.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous manufacturing or food production experience.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accountability and proper storage of production tools.
- Assemble grinder and slicing equipment.
- Set and maintain machine controls to ensure products meet acceptable quality limits.
- Load cooked meat products into grinders or slicers for further processing.
- Conduct blade and gasket checks on grinder and slicing equipment.
- Handle hot and cold cooked meat products in a fast-paced environment.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as required.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
