Packer - 1st Shift

Job TitleEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Portion diced meat by weighing the meat and packaging the meat into a bag/tray and/or placing the meat into a vacuum machine.Move portion steaks from conveyor belt/flattener into various packaging including vacuum film and boxes.Verify the weight on individual steaks by weighing them on a scale.Take finished product packaged in a bag and seal the bag with a hand sealer machine.Demonstrate the ability to work as a team and follow direction.Adherence to all quality and safety guidelines.Performs other duties, as needed.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis job has no supervisory responsibilitiesQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regular attendance is required.Other Skills and AbilitiesMust be able to work in a cold environment. Must be able to handle frozen meat with hands throughout the day. Must be able to wear safety shoes.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; repetitively reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move meat weighing up to 10 pounds.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to cold temperatures (45 degrees) in the plant. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.