What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packout 1st Shift position at New Market Poultry?
New Market Poultry is seeking individuals to join our production team in a fast-paced poultry processing environment. Employees may perform a variety of tasks related to processing, packaging, weighing, palletizing, and preparing poultry products for shipment while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, and workplace safety.
Key responsibilities may include rehanging poultry products onto production lines, grading and sorting products, packing poultry into boxes, operating scales and packaging equipment, applying product labels, operating CVP sealing machines, adding ice or CO₂ to finished products, palletizing and stacking products, assembling boxes, lining boxes with bags, and operating cutting equipment such as mechanical saws.
This position requires the ability to work efficiently in a production environment while maintaining attention to detail, quality standards, and safety procedures. Employees must demonstrate good personal hygiene and comply with all company policies as well as local, state, and federal food safety regulations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
- Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to maintain focus and concentration in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to safely lift and handle products weighing up to 80 pounds.
- Ability to work around moving machinery and equipment while following all safety procedures.
Qualifications
- Commitment to workplace safety and food quality standards.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented production environment.
- Ability to perform all essential job functions safely and effectively.
- Must be physically capable of performing the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the production, packaging, and delivery of high-quality poultry products while supporting New Market Poultry's commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Salary : $37,917 - $52,361