About The Position

JBS is seeking a Machine Operator GL3 team member for second shift at Empire Packing. The position starts at $20 per hour, plus 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. This role serves as a final quality checkpoint before products reach internal and external customers. The associate must understand and communicate information and perform work safely in accordance with food safety, GMP, and quality standards. The work may involve cold temperatures of approximately 34 degrees and the use of sharp tools such as knives. Overtime may be necessary and is required when scheduled. 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 across six continents. It employs more than 100,000 team members and is majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s.

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.
  • Must have a basic understanding of production and procedures.
  • Must be able to use knives, saws, and a variety of machinery.
  • Must be able to use both arms and hands to lift, load, cut, and package product.

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 and 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 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 otherwise.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.
  • Set up and tear down equipment, select predetermined settings, and use proper lifting, bending, and reaching techniques.
  • Identify and report safety concerns and hazards.
  • Perform 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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