We’re Growing! Join Hempler’s as an Operator– 2nd & 3rd Shifts Available!

We are seeking experienced production operators, as well as candidates with transferrable skills!

SHIFT TIMES
2:30 PM – 10:00 PM
7:00 PM – 3:30 AM

PAY
$19.00 – $20.00/hr (based on experience)
+ Shift Differential (based on shift)
+ $2.00/hr raise after training!

BENEFITS
Excellent benefits including employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long term disability insurance for all Hempler’s full time employees, as well as a generous employer contribution for dependent medical insurance.

• Voluntary Insurances: Life insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k with company match
• 9 Paid holidays, generous paid time off plan
• Wellness Plan
• Employee Discount

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Set up and operate smokehouse equipment according to production schedules and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Monitor temperature, valves, humidity, and smoking density and other details times to ensure safe and optimal smoking conditions for various meat products and adjust based on product.

Transfer loaded racks of cured products from coolers to smokehouse and load smokehouse ensuring proper spacing and airflow for even smoking.

Inspect meat products throughout the smoking process for quality, consistency, and adherence to food safety standards.

Record data such as smoking times, temperatures, and humidity levels for each batch.

Troubleshoot and make adjustments to the smoking process as needed to ensure quality and prevent spoilage.

Perform routine maintenance checks on smokehouse machinery and report any mechanical issues or malfunctions to maintenance staff.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent

Previous experience in a meat processing or manufacturing environment, particularly with smokehouse or cooking equipment, is preferred.

Familiarity with food safety regulations and procedures, including HACCP, is highly desirable.