What are the responsibilities and job description for the Modernization Department: Pre-Sorter position at CS Beef Packers?
Position Summary: The Pre-Sorter is a critical position that works in the harvest department. This position examines, sorts, stamps, and identifies heads, organs, viscera, and carcasses during the harvest process, requiring strong knife skills, attention to detail, teamwork, and quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment. Specialized training is provided for recognizing abnormalities and following product handling procedures.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Head Area: Examine heads and tongues, identify abnormalities, and handle suspect products.
- Liver, Kidneys, and Spleen Area: Inspect organs for defects, perform incisions, and sort products.
- Heart, Lungs, and Viscera Area: Assess organs for issues, conduct required incisions, and sort accordingly.
- Final Carcass Area: Examine carcasses for abnormalities and tag suspect ones for veterinary evaluation.
- Product Sorting, Stamping, and Tagging: Separate products, apply stamps, communicate with teammates, and follow USDA procedures.
Required Qualifications:
- Strong knife-handling skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Quick decision-making and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Willingness to undergo specialized training
Training Provided:
- Bovine anatomy and organ identification
- Recognition of pathological conditions
- Examination and incision techniques
- Sorting, stamping, tagging, and product handling procedures
- Team communication skills
Schedule Start Time: 6:20 AM
Monday -Friday with occasional Saturdays (mandatory)
Salary : $25