Meat packager job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example meat packager requirements on a job description
Meat packager requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in meat packager job postings.
Sample meat packager requirements
- Physical stamina and strength to lift and carry heavy meat products
- Ability to work in a cold and wet environment
- Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
- Attention to detail in labeling and packaging of meat products
- Ability to follow instructions and work in a team
Sample required meat packager soft skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good communication skills to coordinate with team members and supervisors
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Commitment to quality and customer satisfaction
Meat packager job description example 1
Conagra Brands meat packager job description
$16/hour + $1,250 retention bonus*
A successful team member in meat packaging will be responsible for a variety of tasks including de-linking cooked sausage, bulk sausage packaging, hand-packing cases, palletizing/labeling finished product, opening finished goods for repackaging, and other duties as needed.
This first shift position works 6am-4pm Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays depending on production needs.
The Macomb, Michigan plant, located at 23 Mile Rd & Hayes, is a diverse team, supporting multiple cultures and languages.
We are small, but mighty and continuing to grow our brand!
Pay is bi-weekly.
Job offers are contingent upon successful completion/passing a criminal background check and drug screen.
Requirements
Willing to be actively engaged in safety practices Work in a cold environment (40-45 degrees) Ability to repeatedly lift up to 40lbsWillingness to rotate through a variety of jobs Most tasks require bending, lifting, and reaching Maintain accurate records and paperwork Stand for long periods of time Ability to follow instructions Reading comprehension Positive attitude, works well with others Reliable AttendanceAll other tasks as needed
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, 401k match up to 6%, company-paid life insurance, 15 paid vacation days a year, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonus and more!
*Retention Bonus
Must work one full calendar year to be eligible for full retention bonus pay out.
Keywords: entry level; factory; light industrial; food production; food manufacturing; meat production; meat packaging; Dukes; Conagra Brands
Our Benefits:
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
Our Company:
Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye , Marie Callender's , Banquet , Healthy Choice , Slim Jim , Reddi-wip , and Vlasic , and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP , Duke's , Earth Balance , Gardein , and Frontera .
We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.
A successful team member in meat packaging will be responsible for a variety of tasks including de-linking cooked sausage, bulk sausage packaging, hand-packing cases, palletizing/labeling finished product, opening finished goods for repackaging, and other duties as needed.
This first shift position works 6am-4pm Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays depending on production needs.
The Macomb, Michigan plant, located at 23 Mile Rd & Hayes, is a diverse team, supporting multiple cultures and languages.
We are small, but mighty and continuing to grow our brand!
Pay is bi-weekly.
Job offers are contingent upon successful completion/passing a criminal background check and drug screen.
Requirements
Willing to be actively engaged in safety practices Work in a cold environment (40-45 degrees) Ability to repeatedly lift up to 40lbsWillingness to rotate through a variety of jobs Most tasks require bending, lifting, and reaching Maintain accurate records and paperwork Stand for long periods of time Ability to follow instructions Reading comprehension Positive attitude, works well with others Reliable AttendanceAll other tasks as needed
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, 401k match up to 6%, company-paid life insurance, 15 paid vacation days a year, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonus and more!
*Retention Bonus
Must work one full calendar year to be eligible for full retention bonus pay out.
Keywords: entry level; factory; light industrial; food production; food manufacturing; meat production; meat packaging; Dukes; Conagra Brands
Our Benefits:
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
Our Company:
Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye , Marie Callender's , Banquet , Healthy Choice , Slim Jim , Reddi-wip , and Vlasic , and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP , Duke's , Earth Balance , Gardein , and Frontera .
We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.
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Meat packager job description example 2
PeopleReady meat packager job description
PeopleReady of New Gloucester, ME is now hiring Meat Packagers!
Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. No resume or interview required – yep, you read that right.
As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.
* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.
* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.
* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is DOE
What you'll be doing as a Meat Packager:
* Performing restoration activities, including demolition, cleaning, emergency flood service, restorative drying, fire and smoke damage cleaning and deodorization, content cleaning, pack-out and storage and other specialized cleaning
* Setting up site protection, like the use of protective shoe covers and floor mats
* Performing activities, including interior and exterior painting and finishing, light repairs, and cleaning as needed
* Cleaning and maintaining tools, equipment, and facilities
* Ensuring work is completed according to supervisor's specifications
Available shifts:
Shift timings - 1st shift (Day)
Job requirements:
* Prior construction and demolition experience with ability to work on short notice
* Have tools of the trade and ability to bring them to jobsites
* Strong work ethic and positive attitude
* References to verify your professional skills and experience
* Able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, and to bend, kneel, or reach
* Background check required.
Ready to take control of the way you work?
Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. In case you missed it, no resumes or interviews are required!
\#TIER1
PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. No resume or interview required – yep, you read that right.
As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:
* The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want.
* Next-day pay* for many of our open positions.
* The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash.
* The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack!
Pay Rate:
The pay rate for this job is DOE
What you'll be doing as a Meat Packager:
* Performing restoration activities, including demolition, cleaning, emergency flood service, restorative drying, fire and smoke damage cleaning and deodorization, content cleaning, pack-out and storage and other specialized cleaning
* Setting up site protection, like the use of protective shoe covers and floor mats
* Performing activities, including interior and exterior painting and finishing, light repairs, and cleaning as needed
* Cleaning and maintaining tools, equipment, and facilities
* Ensuring work is completed according to supervisor's specifications
Available shifts:
Shift timings - 1st shift (Day)
Job requirements:
* Prior construction and demolition experience with ability to work on short notice
* Have tools of the trade and ability to bring them to jobsites
* Strong work ethic and positive attitude
* References to verify your professional skills and experience
* Able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, and to bend, kneel, or reach
* Background check required.
Ready to take control of the way you work?
Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. In case you missed it, no resumes or interviews are required!
\#TIER1
PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024