POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Worker in the Skewers Department is responsible for preparing and packaging meat skewers according to NSP standards and production specifications. The role involves handling raw materials, maintaining quality and hygiene standards, and supporting continuous production flow.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare, assemble and pack meat skewers by hand or using semi-automated equipment.
• Ensure products meet visual, weight, and quality specifications.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and quality guidelines (HACCP, GMP)
• Assist in the setup and cleanup of workstations and equipment.
• Operate simple machinery and tools used in the skewering process when necessary.
• Report defective products or equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Assist with packing, labeling, or other tasks as assigned.
• Maintain accurate counts and packaging standards.
• Work efficiently to meet production targets.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, and Experience)

• Previous experience in food and meat processing or packaging preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, quality control and hygiene practices is a plus.
• Ability to follow packaging instructions and guidelines.
• Ability to work in cold and/or refrigerated environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and regulated environment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English with strong verbal communication skills. Knowledge of Spanish is helpful, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to have a full range of body motion including twisting, bending, reaching outward, pushing, pulling, intensive hand/wrist movement and lifting to meet the NSP minimum required pounds per day which is up to 50 pounds (unassisted). The employee must be able to walk and stand for a significant amount of time on even concrete surfaces, which may at times be slippery due to marinades, water, and other liquids associated with the production process. 

Due to noise levels in the work environment, the use of hearing protection is required.  The employee must have good, corrected vision to see details at close range or at a distance. The employee will be working in a climate-controlled environment of -40ºF to -45ºF. The employee may be exposed to strong odors such as raw meat and marinades from seasoned meat. 

While in the production area, employee is required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include hair and beard nets, rubber soled shoes, smocks, hearing protection and hard hats.