What are the responsibilities and job description for the Meat Processing Assistant / Butcher position at Pat's Pastured?
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work in our on-farm USDA inspected processing plant - processing an average of 600-800 broiler chickens per week and seasonally turkeys.
- Proper assembly and disassembly of grinding and stuffing equipment.
- Maintaining a sharp knife and excellent knife skills.
- Grinding various meats and sausages. Accurately measure spice blends for sausage.
- 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.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS
- Experience working in food production (cooking, butcher, food manufacturing) a plus.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- 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 FDA 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
COMPENSATION
$17-20 per hour based on experience; 35- 40 hours per week; Health insurance is not provided. Staff receive generous food allowances; discounts, professional development/training funding.
Salary : $17 - $20
