About The Position

JBS is hiring a second-shift Machine Operator GL3 team member for a quality-focused role. The position starts at $20 per hour, with a $1 shift differential. The associate makes precise equipment adjustments, performs basic troubleshooting, and modifies or creates programs to meet equipment, product, and customer needs. The role is a final quality checkpoint before products reach internal and external customers, so clear communication and the ability to understand information are essential. All work must be performed safely and in accordance with food safety, GMP, and quality standards. The associate prepares the work area, handles product and packaging materials, monitors production lines, checks products against specifications, and removes defective items. The role also involves setting up and tearing down equipment, selecting predetermined settings, adjusting and troubleshooting machines, and modifying or creating program settings. Safety duties include identifying and reporting hazards, completing safety checklists, and performing Lock Out/Tag Out procedures. The work environment may include temperatures around 34 degrees and the use of sharp tools such as knives. JBS USA is a global provider of food products, processing and delivering fresh and value-added meat, poultry, and retail-ready food products to customers in approximately 100 countries. The company employs more than 100,000 team members.

Requirements

  • Must be proficient in General Production 2.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must be able to understand and comply with company, plant, and safety rules and policies.
  • Basic understanding of production and procedures.
  • Ability to use knives, saws, and a variety of machinery.
  • Ability to use both arms and hands to lift, load, cut, and package product.
  • Overtime may be necessary and is required when scheduled.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Two or more years of production industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare the work area for pre- and post-operational activities.
  • Load, unload, and transfer product to and from equipment or conveyors.
  • Monitor production lines, identify issues, and supply or replenish packaging materials as needed.
  • Sort, weigh, wrap, label, verify, or measure products to meet specifications.
  • Inspect products and remove defective products or packaging materials from the process.
  • Arrive at the workstation prepared to work at the scheduled time and remain until work is complete or a supervisor or manager indicates the work is done.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.
  • Set up and tear down equipment and select predetermined settings.
  • Use proper lifting, bending, and reaching techniques.
  • Identify and report safety concerns or hazards.
  • Complete safety checklists and operate pallet jacks, riders, or forklift equipment.
  • Perform Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
  • Modify and create program settings to meet production standards.
  • Make machine adjustments and troubleshoot equipment when required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) plan
  • Better Futures Program
  • Onsite cafeteria
  • Career development opportunities
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