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Meat Production Associate at Aurora, IL Stock Yards - 1st Shift - Hablamos Españ

US Foods, Aurora, IL, United States


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THE STOCK YARDS STORY

We’ve been providing chefs with expertly cut and portioned beef and pork for over 120 years, based on rigid meat‑selection criteria, precise beef aging and expert trimming. Whatever your need, from white‑linen presentation to casual family dining, our procurement experts will find the best‑quality options that work for your budget and pack‑size needs, carefully selected from our extensive meat assortment.

Location
Chicago Stock Yards in Aurora, IL

Schedule
Monday - Friday, OT and Saturdays as needed.

Language
Hablamos Español!

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Work in a fast‑paced environment preparing meat products to feed lines and/or prepare for the next stage of processing.

Effectively utilize tools, processes, and materials to process and package meat products within planned schedules.

Follow all Food Safety requirements and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Perform visual inspection of meat products to meet certain specifications.

Meet company standards and customer specifications.

Assist in cleanliness of general work area.

Qualifications
Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F‑45°F. Must be able to work for periods of time in a freezer environment -10°F to +10°F with company provided apparel. May require overtime with or without notice. Finish time is when work is completed.

Education/Training
High School graduate or GED preferred with basic reading, writing and math skills.

Related Experience/Requirements
Production, warehouse, food processing, manufacturing, food production or food service warehouse environments preferred. Able to work overtime as needed. Complete miscellaneous and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Perform various roles including activities such as product receiving and selection, packaging, sorting, re‑boxing, marination, further processing and facility sanitation while adhering to company manufacturing requirements and safety regulations.

Work Environment
Work continually in refrigerated environment 35°F‑45°F. Must be able to work for periods of time in freezer -10°F to +10°F.

Physical Requirements
Movement: Sit – Occasionally; Stand – Continuously; Walk – Occasionally; Drive – Continuously.

Lift: 1‑10 lbs – Occasionally; 10‑20 lbs – Frequently; 25‑50 lbs – Frequently; 50‑100 lbs – Frequently; Over 100 lbs – Never.

Carry: 1‑10 lbs – Occasionally; 10‑20 lbs – Occasionally; 25‑50 lbs – Occasionally; 50‑100 lbs – Occasionally; Over 100 lbs – Never.

Other Activities: Push/pull – Frequently; Step/Climb/balance – Frequently; Stoop/squat – Frequently; Kneel – Frequently; Bend – Frequently; Reach above shoulder – Occasionally; Grasp objects – Continuously; Manipulate objects – Frequently; Reach/Turn – Frequently.

Compensation
Base rate between $20.00 and $20.75 per hour, with overtime compensation as applicable.

Benefits
Health insurance, pre‑tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short‑term and long‑term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

EEO Statement

EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

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