Processing Staff / Meat Production

Pat's Pastured•East Greenwich, RI

14d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

About Our Farm: Founded in 2002, Pat’s Pastured provides the highest quality pasture-raised and grass-fed meats. Our goal is to provide our livestock with a life that allows them to express their natural instincts fully in a pasture environment. That means that our pigs get to root, run and play; our chickens get to peck, scratch and crow; our turkeys gobble and strut; and our cows eat grass outside, NOT corn in confinement. General Description: Our farm is looking for motivated and out-going individuals with a passion for agriculture and food to assist with weekly processing of poultry.

Requirements

Experience working in food production (cooking, butchering, food manufacturing) a plus.
Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours.
Work week schedule: Monday - Friday.
Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling.
Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching.
Exposure to USDA approved cleaning chemicals.
Exposure to temperatures: less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezers), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), greater than 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
Ability to handle knives and other cutting equipment.
Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, pluckers, scalders, and meat grinders.
Must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in food production (cooking, butchering, food manufacturing) a plus.

Responsibilities

Work in our on-farm USDA inspected plant processing an average of 600-800 broiler chickens per week, and turkeys seasonally.
Grinding various meats and sausages.
Accurately measure spice blends for sausages.
Maintaining a sharp knife and excellent knife skills.
Practice accurate food safety techniques set forth in our HACCP plan.
Disassembling and washing all equipment and hand tools.
Washing all tables, cutting boards, and floors.
Scrubbing down floors and walls.
Communicate quality issues to supervisor.
Follow and comply, or ensure compliance, with established procedures, including weights and measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices.
Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness.
Good communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.