Picking / Pinning Lead Operator

General:

The Pinning Leader operates, maintains, and sets up key equipment involved in scalding, picking, and hock cutting. Roles and responsibilities require knowledge base of the Humane Aire CAS (Controlled Atmosphere Stunning) systems.  The position reports to the CAS supervisor w/ primary work schedule of M-F, day shift, with flexibility to work early/ late shift, overtime, and weekends, as needed. 

Specific Duties / Responsibilities:

• Responsible for safely setting up, operating, maintaining the scalders, pickers, hock cutters
• Executes required on-going housekeeping including the movement of blood, water, feathers and waste in the Bleed/Scald/Pick room.
• Applies knowledge in pinning processes and works with maintenance to PM, troubleshoot, service, and maintain equipment operation throughout the shift
• Performs proper lock-out (LOTO) during weekly picker finger changeout and other repairs  
• Operates with a safety-first mindset above all other department measuring parameters. 
• Ensures compliance with GMP, Safety, and USDA guidelines to achieve top quality in a safe work environment
• Learns new skills, cross trains others, and improves processes
• Works directly with supervisor on employee performance and feedback in the area. 
• Performs other assigned duties as directed

Requirements

Education:     

• High school diploma or GED (Min.);

Experience:   

• Min. of 2 years of work experiencein related field (preferred / not required)

• Experience in a lead operator position (preferred / not required)

Skills/Abilities/Attributes:

• Working knowledge in poultry or other food processing industry
• Solid understanding of food safety compliance (preferred/ not required)
• Detailed-oriented; self-directed; able to work in fast-paced environment
• Team player and leader w/ excellent communication skills;

Physical Requirements:

• Lift / move up to 35 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, stoop up to 10 hrs./shift
• Work safely in hot, cold, wet environment w/ varying temperatures (e.g., 35-40 / 100 degrees)
• Exercise strong hand-eye coordination in handling whole & parts of birds

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Wellness Resources