Team Lead – Meat Production

Ability to perform mathematical calculations and conversions to determine the amounts and sizes of products needed for orders
Ability to read, write and communicate in the English language
Prior experience with portion cutting meat

Work alongside team to direct the short-term flow and organization of production area.
Accurately cut to trim and yield specifications as specified by information provided by cut tickets
Communicate any discrepancies between cutting tickets and normal customer purchases to the supervisor
Properly label all products and equipment to conform to all legal and safety regulations
Properly and accurately record all necessary data to produce assigned cutting yield tests
Accurately count product inventory levels and maintain levels set forth by the supervisor
Ensure that all product specifications are being met according to guidelines
Maintain work areas in compliance with U.S.D.A. guidelines
Assemble and tear down any equipment in the work area at the beginning and/or end of your shift
Properly clean, store and maintain all knives, scales, etc. assigned to you
Manage profitability by achieving product yields and meeting deadlines for product readiness
Complete other duties as assigned
To know and understand the company’s safety and health goals and its objectives. Assist the company in achieving these goals by participating in the safety program
To help develop and follow all safe work practices

Ability to reduce processing costs by cutting and sizing portions accurately with good yields.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Able to adjust to sudden changes in customer demands or operational goals.
Commitment to work until the job is completed.
Interacts well with others.
Good team player.
Results-oriented.
Customer-service oriented.
Detail oriented.
Capable of handling multiple tasks at once.
Ability to be trained and learn new skills