Process Machine Operator- Stock Yards Spokane - Ameristar Meats, LLC : Job Details

Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm with every weekend off!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operation of Meat Processing Equipment; CryoVac, MultiVacs, Dicers, Needle, Slicer, Portion Cutters, Scales, Pack, trim and customize portions of meat products using knives, or other meat production equipment.Count and stack on tray portions per customer and company specifications.Label portion with supplied number product labels.Set up packing and labeling area as required.Perform end of day functions.Actively maintain, and merchandise partial cart.Keep packing area and cutting room and surrounding area clean and sanitized.Follow company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to maintain sanitary conditions.Perform end of day functions.Other duties as assigned by manager.SUPERVISION:The incumbent is not required to provide direct supervision for any position. RELATIONSHIPSInternal: The incumbent is required to interact with employees at all levels of responsibility throughout the company.External: The incumbent may be required to perform demonstration cuts or packing for tours, and sales team.WORK ENVIRONMENTWork continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F. Incumbent must have the ability to work in a fast-paced production environment. Finish time is when work is completed and could require overtime with or without notice.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExperience with CryoVac, MultiVac, Dicers, Needle, Slicer,Portion Cutter, laser portion machinery or other meat production equipment is preferred.CERTIFICATION/TRAININGN/ALICENSESN/APREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of all poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products preferred.Knowledge of USDA grades and standards.EDUCATIONHigh school diploma or GED equivalent preferredPHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONSOCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVERJOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY:STAND CONTINUOUSLY

WALK OCCASIONALLY

DRIVE VEHICLE N/A

SIT N/A

LIFT1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY

11-20 lbs (Light) FREQUENTLY

21-50 lbs (Medium) FREQUENTLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A

CARRY1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY

11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY

21-50 lbs (Medium) FREQUENTLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A

PUSH/PULL FREQUENTLY

CLIMB/BALANCE FREQUENTLY

STOOP/SQUAT FREQUENTLY

KNEEL N/A

BEND FREQUENTLY

REACH ABOVE SHOULDER OCCASIONALLY

TWIST FREQUENTLY

GRASP OBJECTS CONTINUOUSLY

MANIPULATE OBJECTS FREQUENTLY

MANUAL DEXTERITY N/A

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $22.00 and $23.00 hr.

As applicable, this role will also receive overtime compensation.​​

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: .