Animal Handler/Receiver (Finance)

At Johnsonville, we use our business to build our people. If you're passionate about making a difference, we want you to help make our products, our processes, our communities and each other better. Wisconsin-based Johnsonville is the No. 1 national sausage brand enjoyed in 45 countries. Founded in 1945 by the late Ralph F. and Alice Stayer, our company is 2,000 members strong and remains privately owned today. Come join our family-owned company! Animal Handler/Receiver Holton Kansas Pay Range:$ 25.32/hr - $28.78/hr Hours: 6 :00am - 4:00pm (Overtime as production demands) Why This Is A Great Job for A Person Who Accepts Nothing Less Than Personal Greatness Your contribution will ensure that Johnsonville products are of the highest quality and meet our defined standards of safety. You'll learn about a variety of processes, expanding your existing knowledge for application into the business of making sausage. There is unlimited opportunity for growth as you become an active contributor to the Johnsonville Team and assist your team in the quest for continual improvement. Position Overview The successful candidate willensure compliance with safety, quality, and animal handling requirements. In addition, this candidate will establish and sustain effective relationships with all Members so that they may work together to promote innovation and cooperation. Responsibilities

• Ensure Johnsonville animal welfare guidelines are met by monitoring the proper handling of livestock in plants. This includes completing the required Johnsonville humane handling feedback documentation.

• Ensure that all livestock received into the facility are handled in accordance with USDA, NAMI, and Johnsonville animal welfare guidelines.

• Ensures livestock lots are ready to accommodate plant schedule.

• Ensure that all animals are inspected by USDA.

• Identify lots and ensure proper order for harvest which will maximize processing efficiencies.

• Ensure compliance to USDA requirements relative to holding livestock including availability of water and feed when warranted.

• Assist in developing strategies to maximize profits. Identify concerns and opportunities professionally when dealing with internal and external customers.

• Ensure the confidentiality of our business at all times.

• Must complete in-house animal welfare training.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.

• Computer skills required.

• Is a self starter.

• Excellence in livestock evaluation/handling.

• Written and Verbal communication skills required.

• Ability to take on future learning opportunities.

• Animal welfare policy.

• Packers and stockyards regulations.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Other Requirements:

• This position involves working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Conditions include exposure to moderate noise levels, moderate odor and presence of animal blood. This position is exposed to wide variations in temperature.

Member Status :Full-time, Hourly (At Johnsonville, you are not an employee. You are a Member and, yes, Membership has its privileges - like the ability to buy sausage at great discounts. Our more traditional benefits are great, too.) Referral Bonus: Refer a full-time member and you are eligible for a $1,000 referral reward! An additional premium of $1,000 ($2,000 total) will be offered for Team Leader and Sanitation members and $3,000 ($4,000 total) for Over-the Road Drivers or Maintenance. Referrals will be paid out after 6 months of service. How to Apply: Internal Members: Log into Home Page - The Grill (johnsonville.com) . Click on the MemberCentral app (left maroon sidebar) then click on the "Home" drop down and click "Careers" to apply for the position title" External candidates: Apply on-line only at: http://careers.johnsonville.com We value the diversity of our workforce and we embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. M/F/Vet/Disability Johnsonville values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country. We support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.