Harvest Floor Direct Hire

J H Routh Packing Company • Sandusky, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a direct hire position on the Harvest Floor, involving general production duties. The role requires performing assigned production tasks in accordance with safety, quality, and food safety standards, maintaining required production pace and efficiency, and following all company policies, USDA regulations, GMPs, and sanitation requirements. The position also involves safely operating tools and equipment as trained, maintaining a clean and organized work area, and working collaboratively with team members and supervisors. Specific tasks on the Harvest Floor include performing carcass processing, operating or assisting at the gambrel table, and removing or trimming organs using knives. The work environment on the Harvest Floor is extremely hot and humid.

Requirements

• Ability to safely use knives and cutting tools (training provided if applicable)
• Ability to trim and/or debone in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow safety and quality procedures
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to lift 60–100 pounds continuously throughout the workday
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to perform repetitive motions
• Ability to push, pull, bend, twist, and reach
• Ability to work with hands in cold, wet, and/or hot environments

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned production tasks in accordance with safety, quality, and food safety standards
• Maintain required production pace and efficiency
• Follow all company policies, USDA regulations, GMPs, and sanitation requirements
• Safely operate tools and equipment as trained
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors
• Perform carcass processing tasks including opening hogs
• Operate or assist at the gambrel table (flipping carcasses)
• Remove or trim organs (e.g., hearts, lungs) using knives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed