OA – PACKAGING AND BOXING 2nd SHIFT NEW

Ratcliff, Arkansas
Butterball
Responsible for performing numerous repetitive tasks, manual and/or machine-assisted, to produce turkey products and parts such as processing, cutting, and packaging products, while adhering to strict safety, quality, and sanitation standards, to support the daily production and company goals in their assigned department.

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success. Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Key Responsibilities

•Perform varying manual, repetitive tasks to process meat from the turkeys.

•Ensure product safety and product defense in the plant.

•Follows all GMP and HACCP procedures that relate to product safety with the facility.

•Supports all Food Safety initiatives.

•Some tasks are performed using tools or equipment, while others are completed manually.

•Monitor equipment operation and promptly notify appropriate personnel of any malfunctions or safety concerns.

•Rotate through various functions within the processing department as needed.

•Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)

•High school Diploma or related preferred

•Entry level does not require previous experience in a Production role

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups

•Ability to effectively plan, organize, and prioritize work.

•Ability to train, maintain and promote a safe work environment

•Read and understand HACCP along with FDA and OSHA requirements as needed

•Ability to use utensils/tools

•Ability to perform repetitive tasks and stand for prolonged periods of time

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

•Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions

•Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

•Ability to meet time standards for each line (ex. 4 pieces of product per min)

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•Previous experience working in a food manufacturing environment

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands, arms, and fingers to manually handle carcasses and parts. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Certain roles may require specific vision abilities that may include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

•Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities.

•Position requires working around processing plant equipment.

•Must be physically capable of working extended hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends if needed and in varying elements that could include damp, cold, wet, hot or warm environment, standing for long periods of time.

•This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.

•The noise level of the office environment is usually moderate; the noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.

Disclaimer

We embrace equal opportunities for employment. Butterball is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for the purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.