Utility Associate

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for filling in/performing all jobs in assigned area/department in absence of regular worker. Trains new and current associates on jobs in area as needed. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

Independently fills in and performs work while regular worker absent from workstation.

Distributes knives prior to shift start, swaps out knives during shift and collects knives at end of shift

Sets up assigned lines with stands and ice

Trains/cross-trains incoming or current workers on new skills as needed

Maintains clean and sanitary work area around assigned line

Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required

Basic math skills

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Ability to perform one or more functions of deboning process

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate

Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours

Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs

Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand up to 8 hours

Lift up to 60 lbs

Work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC)

Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving production equipment

Ability to lift 10 lbs repeatedly and climb steps

Ability to frequently kneel, crawl, stoop, and bend

Work around raw, live animal odors

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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