PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Primarily responsible for using a knife to perform various poultry deboning processes into required parts/portions on a cone line. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
- Under minimal supervision, may perform one or more processes as needed associated with the deboning of poultry (i.e. “breast cutter”, “oyster cutter”, “thigh deboner”, etc.)
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Remove bones, fat, cartilage, etc., as required from product prior to sending to next process
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Direct the work of others and is a “go-to” for questions and concerns in relation to task performance in the absence of supervisor or superintendent at their direction
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Train lower level associates as needed
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Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
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Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:
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High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
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Ability to perform one or more functions of deboning process
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Demonstrated leadership abilities
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Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
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Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
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Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
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Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
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Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Stand up to 8 hours
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Lift up to 60 lbs
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Work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC)
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Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving production equipment
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Work around raw, live animal odors
