Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Premio based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Training & development

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Home Place Pastures is committed to raising healthy livestock, building biodiversity and nutrients in our soils, and revitalizing the local rural economy. We are offering the unique opportunity to become part of our diverse, hard-working, and rapidly growing team here in Como, MS. This position is fast-paced and can be physically demanding at times. It is mandatory that any applicant considered for this position have reliable transportation, consistent attendance, and an eagerness to learn.

Job Responsibilities

Arrives to work on time, dressed in proper attire, and ready to work

Follows all sanitation and safety protocols, standard operating procedures, and company guidelines as outlined in company HACCP plan

Performs all opening and closing duties, pre-operational cleaning procedures, and maintains organizational and equipment upkeep as assigned by Production Manager

Effectively breaks carcasses; cuts and trims meat into primals and retail cuts as specified

Cleaning coolers; Coordinating with production team to empty coolers of carcasses before sanitation begins; rinse, foam degreaser, scrub, rinse, squeegee, and sanitize

Clean production rooms; following production team’s post shift clean up, follow HPP cleaning procedures following steps above; make sure all cutting boards, equipment and food contact surface are fully sanitized





Corrective Actions; assist the Production Supervisor with any responsibilities delegated and assist in other departments when needed including packaging meats and building boxes

Job Skills

Ability to break beef and pork carcasses, cut, trim, de-bone, and portion meat

Ability to utilize equipment such as grinders, band saws, hand saws, knives, vacuum sealers, and scales daily, while adhering to all safety protocols

Ability to visually examine products to meet quality standards

Proactively becomes familiar with all products and cut names

Works well with team members and effectively communicates needs during production.

Ability to follow written/verbal directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills

Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency

Experience

Butchery experience preferred but not necessary - We have onsite training

Knowledge of beef and hog anatomy

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Must be able to lift 60 lbs.

Standing, walking, and bending for a full 8-hour shift

Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.

Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators).

Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.

Ability to handle knives and other cutting equipment.

Hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm

Compensation

Hourly position with pay increases based on a progression schedule

Overtime (1.5x) pay for time over 40 hours worked in a single work week

Paid holiday, and vacation time available after 60 days

Access to company health insurance plan and 401k

Starting hourly rate based on experience and will be discussed during interview

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