Butterball, LLC, one of America's most iconic brands, helps consumers celebrate Thanksgiving and every day in between. Located in the thriving Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, our goal is to provide a diverse array of career opportunities and paths which include our farms, processing facilities and support offices. We are the largest producer of turkey products in the U.S., and we make a lot more than Thanksgiving turkeys. Our company's measurable growth is in no small part due to our team members in North Carolina, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, who each have a seat at the table to contribute to our success
Position Summary :
The Oven/Blast operator is a CCP trained team member who operates, monitors and documents all phases of the system.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Consistently and accurately maintain HACCP records
Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and/or safety issues/concerns
Required to load ovens/blast correctly according to Process Control procedures including moving racks to and from ovens/blasts; will also be required to clean ovens/blast periodically
Basic Computer Skills; including ability to do mathematical and time calculations
Must be willing and able to cross train in other areas; have the ability to train on alternate shifts as well as work weekends & alternate shifts.
Must be an independent thinker who can work with limited direction from supervision; capable of taking own initiative to correct or solve a problem with a sincere desire to learn new tasks and skills
Dependable, have integrity and willingness to follow instructions
Adheres to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Processes) product standards and guidelines including maintaining a clean and organized work area
Accountable to maintain punctual and regular attendance for scheduled work hours
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions
Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
Must pass a background check, drug screen
All other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements :
Standing (8 hours a day or more)
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more)
Reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs)
Ability to work in hot or cold environment
Gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists
Bending and stooping for long periods of time.
Using material handling equipment as needed
Moving racks by hand when material handling equipment isn't available
Working Conditions/Department Description:
Work in damp and cold environment
Work with loud and noisy machinery
Work in dusty environment when using spice
Work with raw meat
Work in congested areas
Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. Butterball, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the fair and impartial treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without regard to gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball's Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Details will be provided to individuals who receive a conditional job offer, or upon request.
