Grind Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview

The Grind Tech Employee is responsible for operating equipment and performing tasks associated with the grinding, blending, and packaging of beef products in accordance with company standards, USDA-FSIS regulations, BRC requirements, and customer specifications. This role requires attention to detail, commitment to food safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced

Key Responsibilities

• Operate grind equipment (grinders, mixers, patty machines, chub machines, scales, etc.) safely and efficiently.
• Ensure proper raw material selection, trim sorting, and lean point verification prior to grinding.
• Perform pre-operational checks and assist in equipment set-up, lubrication, and safe shut-down procedures.
• Monitor product quality during processing, including texture, fat content, temperature, and appearance.
• Weigh, label, and package finished ground beef products according to specifications.
• Maintain accurate production logs and verify yields against standards.
• Follow all HACCP, GMP, BQA, and food safety protocols.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas in compliance with sanitation SOPs.
• Report equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or product deviations immediately to supervisors.
• Assist in daily grind room housekeeping, organization, and inventory management.
• Work collaboratively with other departments (fabrication, warehouse, QA, sanitation).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in beef processing, food production, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, safety instructions, and production orders.
• Basic math skills for weight verification, lean point checks, and product counts.
• Willingness to work in cold environments (35–45&degree;F).
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift 50+ lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Core Competencies

·        Food Safety & Quality Mindset: Understands and applies HACCP, GMP, and USDA-FSIS regulations.

·        Technical Skill: Operates and troubleshoots grinding equipment.

·        Teamwork & Communication: Works well with others in a production setting.

·        Adaptability: Handles shifting production schedules and changing product specifications.

·        Attention to Detail: Maintains accuracy in weights, labels, and quality checks.

Working Conditions

• Cold and damp production environment.
• Exposure to raw meat, cleaning chemicals, and moving equipment.
• Requires use of PPE: hair nets, gloves, hearing protection, safety boots, etc.
• Shifts may include early mornings, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Hawaii Meats is a local USDA-inspected meat processing facility committed to strengthening Hawaii’s food system and supporting local agriculture. Our team plays an important role in turning locally raised livestock into safe, quality food for families, businesses, and communities across the islands.

We’re a hands-on operation where every position matters. From harvest and fabrication to further processing, sanitation, warehousing, food safety, and maintenance, our employees work together to keep production moving safely and efficiently.

We’re looking for dependable people who take pride in their work, are willing to learn, and want to be part of an industry that is essential to Hawaii. Experience is valuable, but for many positions, a strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn are just as important.

Company Description

Hawaii Meats is a local USDA-inspected meat processing facility committed to strengthening Hawaii’s food system and supporting local agriculture. Our team plays an important role in turning locally raised livestock into safe, quality food for families, businesses, and communities across the islands.\n\nWe’re a hands-on operation where every position matters. From harvest and fabrication to further processing, sanitation, warehousing, food safety, and maintenance, our employees work together to keep production moving safely and efficiently.\n\nWe’re looking for dependable people who take pride in their work, are willing to learn, and want to be part of an industry that is essential to Hawaii. Experience is valuable, but for many positions, a strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn are just as important.