Machine Operator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Ensures the settings of the machine are correct based on the type of product.
• Lifting up to 55 lbs.
• Inspect the meat after processing to ensure the quality of the meat is being met per customer specifications.
• Check temperature of the meat before use.
• Communicate with Drivers, Supervisor or designated person to ensure that a constant flow of supplies is there at all times.
• Demonstrate the ability to work as a team and follow direction.
• Adherence to all quality and safety guidelines.
• Performs other duties, as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications To 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 Abilities Must be able to work in a cold environment. Must be able to handle frozen or fresh meat with hands throughout the day.

Other Qualifications Physical Demands The 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; reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move meat weighing up to 5 pounds.

Work Environment The 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.

Benefits - The Basics

• 4 low-cost health insurance plans, with money back every week for points earned in the company wellness program
• 2 dental insurance plans
• Vision plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Life insurance plan at no cost to employee
• Short-term disability option

About The Company Stampede produces and sells value-added (seasoned and prepared), portion-controlled beef, pork, poultry and protein products. Our product line includes the following: steaks, pork, specialty, ground and cooked products.

Stampede Meat, Inc. operates three U.S.D.A.-inspected food-processing facilities in the Chicagoland area and one in New Mexico.

Stampede is a team-oriented organization driven by its five Core Values :

Teamwork Innovation Improve Daily Challenge Directly and Respectfully Perform Passionately Learn more at stampedemeat.com Stampede Meat, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law. $500 Sign-on Bonus - Join our team! All new hourly/staffing production team members are eligible for a $500 Sign-On Bonus! Bonus is paid at $125 weekly for your first 4 weeks of working full-time at Stampede.

Get Hired at Stampede

• Work Week 1 Earn $125
• Work Week 2 Earn $125
• Work Week 3 Earn $125
• Work Week 4 Earn $125

"The hourly pay may be up to $18.76 per hour" Join a leading COVID-safe and COVID-smart workplace with over 80 precautions implemented to protect our team members at Stampede! Including:

• HEPA filters and advanced air purification system enhancements
• UV lights to sanitize work areas
• Touchless temperature screening, hand sanitizing and COVID questionnaires prior to entering facilities
• Antimicrobial coverings and frequent cleaning of high-touch areas
• Partitions installed where possible
• Use of masks and face shields to protect team members
• Hand sanitizer available throughout facilities
• Nightly sanitation and deep cleaning of work areas
• Assistance in accessing COVID-19 vaccination appointments if desired
• 5 hours' incentive pay for getting COVID vaccinations

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