Job Location : Kinston,NC, USA
Butterball, LLC, one of Americas most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices. We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our companys measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success
Description:
Why work for Butterball?
This is more than just a job; it is a rewarding career. We take pride in our employees, who are valued and respected team members at Butterball.
Join us today and take advantage of these outstanding benefits:
Academic Tuition Reimbursement
Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
401K
Position Function:
Humanely place birds onto the hanging line in preparation for processing, ensuring minimal harm is caused to the animals.
Essential Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities:
When the bird comes down the conveyor belt, grasp the legs of the bird (a leg in each hand) and place the legs into the shackle.
Ensure proper placement of the bird on the line; do not cross the legs of the bird or hang the bird by one leg.
Check for any DOA (Dead On Arrival) birds. Check by grabbing the bird by the leg or wing to feel for stiffness.
Remove all DOA birds from the line and place them on the floor to be taken by the floor person.
Keep the conveyor line full at all times.
Hang appropriate shackles assigned to your job station.
Responsible for ensuring that the bird is treated humanely at all times.
Responsible for reporting any unusual or suspicious behavior, including inhumane treatment of animals.
Follow all workplace safety policies and guidelines.
Observe equipment operation and promptly notify appropriate personnel of any malfunctions or safety concerns.
Adhere to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) product standards and guidelines.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Rotate through various functions within the processing department as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain punctual and regular attendance for all scheduled work hours.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to meet the required birds/minute.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
Must pass a background check, drug screen, and pre-employment physical
Physical Requirements:
Standing 8 10 hours per day
Lift up to 60 lbs
Bending, stooping, twisting, and squatting.
Repetitive hand-intensive tasks, tight gripping, grasping, pinching, and pulling are required.
Working Conditions:
May work in a damp and cold environment
Seasonably hot and warm environment
Work in Seasonal Outdoor conditions
Work with loud and noisy machinery
Work in a dusty environment
Work with chemicals or Fumes
Work around pungent odors
Working with Live Animals
Minimum Qualifications
No minimum education requirement
No previous work experience required
Must be at least eighteen (18) years old
Must be eligible to work legally in the United States
We embrace equal opportunity 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.
We embrace equal opportunity 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 purposes of Butterballs Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.