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Prestage Farms · 4 months ago

Process Technician (Evisceration)

positionCamden, South Carolina, United States
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Prestage Farms is a leader in poultry processing, and they are seeking a Process Technician to ensure the safe and efficient operation of evisceration equipment. The role involves setting up, monitoring, and maintaining machinery while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Animal FeedFarmers MarketFarmingMeat and Poultry

Responsibilities

Responsible for safely setting up/ operating / monitoring evisceration (Evis) equipment and conveying systems to ensure product flow. Equipment e.g. – venters, opener, cropper, etc
Remove/ install components such as blades at beginning / end of shift
Inspect machine parts and cutting apparatus to insure good working condition
Check machines & make appropriate adjustments to maximize efficiencies
Apply skills/ knowledge and work w/maintenance to PM, troubleshoot, service, equipment
Assist Maintenance in identifying worn parts that need replacement
Check machines operation and rotations before production start up
Operate with a safety-first mindset; complete on-going housekeeping to meet food safety standards
Work within GMP, safety, and USDA guidelines to achieve top quality in a safe work environment
Spray machines down during break & at end of shift
Clear machines during production to eliminate product hang-ups
Properly clean & sanitize components per SSOP before installation & after removal
Willingly learn new skills, cross train others, and work to improve process flow
Perform other assigned duties as directed

Qualification

Mechanical skillsMachine running experienceTroubleshootingEquipment operationCross training

Required

Mechanical skills and machine running experience
Ability to set up, monitor, and tear down poultry processing equipment
Troubleshooting skills and ability to make minor adjustments
Experience in safely operating equipment
Ability to work with maintenance to perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment
Knowledge of food safety standards and GMP, safety, and USDA guidelines
Willingness to learn new skills and cross-train others
Flexibility to work early/late shifts and overtime with short notice

Company

Prestage Farms

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Prestage Farms is an animal farm company remains an industry leader in pork and turkey production.
dateFounded in 1983
location
Clinton, North Carolina, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.prestagefarms.com/prestage-foods-processing-plants/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$24.95M
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2023-02-21Grant· $24.95M

Leadership Team

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Bill Prestage
President/Co-Founder

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