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sausage maker

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Employer details World Meats

Job details

The Sausage Maker is tasked with ensuring the precise execution of grinding processes by customer orders and specifications. Responsibilities: * Operate grinding machinery to process meat for various products such as sausages, ground beef, ground pork, and ground chicken. * Select appropriate grinding plates to achieve the desired particle size. * Load meat into the machine hopper and position containers to collect the ground meat. * Start and monitor the grinding process. * Utilize power-operated cleavers or slicers to prepare meat chunks for grinding, if required. * Weigh and select meat from the cooler room for grinding, as needed. Requirements: * Preferably possess prior experience in meat grinding, particularly in burger production, although not mandatory. * Demonstrate a proactive attitude and ability to adhere to instructions. * Familiarity with working in a food production environment, especially in meat processing and packaging, and the ability to work in cold conditions is advantageous. * An understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) within a production setting, especially in food processing, is desirable. * Capacity to learn and follow established procedures, including adherence to food safety and handling protocols. * Strong communication skills and above-average organizational abilities. * Ability to lift, push, and/or pull items weighing up to 70lbs, and to stand, bend, lift, and carry items throughout an 8-plus hour shift. * Comfortable working in a cool/freezer environment with temperatures ranging from -10°C to +4°C. * Proficient in maintaining steady hand and arm movements and keen attention to detail at close range. * Effective problem-solving skills and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment. * Capability to thrive under pressure and perform effectively in a fast-paced work environment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Expected hours: 40 ? 48 per week Additional pay: * Overtime pay Benefits: * Casual dress * Company events * Dental care * Discounted or free food * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Store discount * Vision care Flexible language requirement: * French not required Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday * Overtime Ability to commute/relocate: * Mississauga, ON L5L 1A3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Application question(s): * What are you looking for in terms of hourly compensation? Experience: * Spice Mixing: 5 years (preferred) * Sausage Making: 5 years (preferred) Work Location: In person