Processing Team Member 2nd Shift

WESTERN SMOKEHOUSE PARTNERS•Mexico, MO

7d•$23 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

Western Smokehouse Partners is hiring a full-time Processing Team Member to produce raw meat products and support production quality, food safety, and efficiency. The role involves receiving, grinding, mixing, stuffing, linking, cooking, inventory handling, and documentation in accordance with customer specifications, Quality Assurance standards, and USDA regulations. The position requires attention to detail, a safety-focused approach, and the ability to work in a cold environment with frequent lifting and repetitive motion. The role is located in Mexico, Missouri, and is listed as second shift. Team members may also cover duties of other Processing Technicians or the Receiving Manager during absences and perform other duties that support production and operational goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One to two years of experience in a manufacturing or food-processing environment is a plus.
Ability to read and follow batch recipes and standard operating procedures.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good communication skills and a proactive work ethic.
Ability to stand for 8–10 hours per shift.
Ability to repeatedly lift more than 50 pounds throughout the shift.
Ability to perform repetitive motions and physical activity.
Ability to work in a refrigerated or cold environment.
Must wear PPE in production areas.
Must comply with company policies, GMPs, OSHA, USDA, and FDA regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with inventory systems such as Vista Trac is preferred.
One to two years of experience in a manufacturing or food-processing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-operational inspections of machines, processing rooms, and equipment.
Receive incoming shipments and complete required documentation and inspections.
Maintain and rotate inventory using FIFO practices.
Scan ingredients into Vista Trac to support traceability and inventory accuracy.
Store meat in appropriate freezers or coolers for production staging.
Weigh and grind raw materials according to batch specifications.
Mix ingredients according to batch formulas and product requirements.
Set up, operate, and adjust equipment to meet product and customer requirements.
Stuff meat into casings using appropriate v-mags and ensure correct casing cuts.
Hang and inspect meat sticks on the linking line for quality control.
Load smokehouses and start programs according to batch specifications.
Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas before and after production.
Maintain production-floor cleanliness by removing debris and following disposal protocols.
Label and tag product racks with accurate product names, flavors, and color codes.
Verify product labels and tags for compliance with specifications.
Wear required PPE on the production floor.
Unload trailers, verify Bills of Lading and packing slips, and scan products into Vista Trac.
Stock ingredients and materials on designated racks.
Follow SOPs, GMPs, and FDA and USDA regulations.
Report food-safety issues, equipment failures, and facility concerns to a supervisor immediately.
Assume duties of other Processing Technicians or the Receiving Manager as needed during absences.
Perform other duties as assigned to support production and operational goals.
Maintain a safe work environment and report safety or food-safety concerns immediately.