Smokehouse Operator Position:

Want to be a valued employee for a growing company? Lower Foods is the place for you! Established in 1927, this fourth-generation family business crafts quality, gluten-free meats for customers across the United States. Just like our products, we provide quality care for our employees and their families. At the start of every month, all new employees become a member of our on-site clinic ' free of cost. In addition to great benefits, you will also be provided with discounted meats, a friendly work environment, and yearly celebrations! We are extremely thankful to our current employees for the work they do and hope to have you as an addition to our Lower Family!

If you are ready to join us, please send us your information and feel free to contact us with any questions you may have!

Essential Functions:

• Set oven controllers to correct program indicated in product specifications
• Load auxiliary equipment with material and ingredients
• Load carts of raw product into the smokehouses
• Monitor oven cycles and product through testing samples
• Perform various tests at required intervals such as PH tests on in-process and finished product, fat and moisture levels, etc. Complete documentation at required intervals according to company practice
• Report detected inconsistencies to supervisors, quality assurance personnel, or managers
• Push carts of cooked product into chill cooler
• Empty cinder and ash from smoke generators as needed
• Sanitize designated drains, floors, and equipment at required intervals
• Complete documentation as required throughout the process after cleaning
• Monitor work environment for general food safety hazards such as condensation monitoring, etc.
• Assist with production as required
• The perfect candidate must have a math aptitude, have computer knowledge and be proficient in Microsoft programs
• General knowledge of Smokehouse Operations preferred, but training is available.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to work in extreme environments, including refrigerated and excessive heat. Must be able to repeatedly lift over 25 lbs. Must be able to push/pull levered weights between 25 and 1,000 lbs. Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, reach, and grasp routinely throughout shift.
• Other Physical Requirements:

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as earplugs, hairnet, beard-net, protective safety eye wear, cut resistant glove, slip resistant shoe ware, etc.

Work Requirements:

Work is performed primarily in an environment where temperatures can vary depending on season, and coolers are refrigerated between 32-50 degrees. There is a moderate level of noise. Flooring can be very slippery at times.

Starting Rate: $20- DOE

Shift: Tuesday -Friday 12:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Thank you for applying, we look forward to meeting you!