Drop Shoulders (Carcass Cooler)

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient set up, inspection and operation of equipment/machinery utilized in the processing of meat products. Additionally, responsible for following standard operating procedures, including but not limited to, completing production related paperwork and meeting product specifications.

• Warehouse experience preferred.

• Continuous standing in one location for extended periods (up to 2-3 hours before break). Many jobs have fixed workstation locations and are conveyor line paced.

• Walking long distances sometimes on wet, uneven and slippery surfaces.

• Climbing or moving on ladders, steps, stairwells, walkways, and platforms.

• Carrying, lifting, lowering, pushing and pulling of heavy and or awkward objects or loads. Lifting and lowering of objects up to 60 lbs. Pushing or pulling of heavy roller carts, bins, or transport containers.

• Working in cold environment 20-45 deg F, hot environment exceeding 100 deg F and frequent contact with animal fats.

• Wearing, using and maintaining personal protective equipment. Using, cleaning, maintaining, and safe handling of sharp cutting tools.

• Frequent static and /or awkward work postures with neck and spine flexion while grasping, pinching, pulling, lifting, extending, flexing the hands and arms to perform tasks. A variety of arm and hand movements are required in applying force, movement and repetition.

• Using and maintaining a variety of knives, hand tools, powered tools and equipment, electrical devices, controls, and motorized vehicles.

• Being able to understand and follow oral and written instruction from supervisors and designated staff.

• Additional essential functions may be applicable to specific jobs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to comprehend and pass the PIT training, must also understand safe driving techniques.

• Must be able to properly complete paperwork for production and pre-op check lists.

• Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions and labels.

• Follow established personal safety guidelines and policies.

• Follow established food safety guidelines and policies.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is medium.

• When the employee is required to perform duties in the production area, the employee will be continuously exposed to temperatures ranging from 35 - 90 degrees.

• The noise level in the work environment is sufficient to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.

• Personal Protective Equipment is required.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required sit; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

• The employee must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.