Lead Associate - Debone

Job TitlePrimarily responsible for using a knife to perform various poultry deboning processes into required parts/portions on a cone line. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.Responsibilities And TasksUnder minimal supervision, may perform one or more processes as needed associated with the deboning of poultry (i.e. \"breast cutter\", \"oyster cutter\", \"thigh deboner\", etc.)Remove bones, fat, cartilage, etc., as required from product prior to sending to next processDirect the work of others and is a \"go-to\" for questions and concerns in relation to task performance in the absence of supervisor or superintendent at their directionTrain lower level associates as neededPerforms all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.Other duties as assignedEducation And CertificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not requiredExperience And SkillsAbility to perform one or more functions of deboning processDemonstrated leadership abilitiesAbility to work unsupervised and self-motivateAbility to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hoursSound work ethic, honesty and moral characterSafety RequirementsFollow departmental and company safety policies and programsMust wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where requiredPhysical RequirementsStand up to 8 hoursLift up to 60 lbsWork in a wet and cold environment (45F, 4C)Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving production equipmentWork around raw, live animal odorsWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.