Knife Operator Job Description Sample

This position is responsible for operating machinery which smooth, buff, polish or sharpen metal object by the wearing away action of abrasives or machine files while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Tasks

Tasks include, but are not limited to, operating equipment to sharpen and grind plates and blades, inspect and evaluate grind plates, access plate inventory to maintain the desired number of sets. Work closely with the immediate supervisor to maintain inventory and quality.

Will assist with set up and start up as directed by supervisor. Will assist in helping others learn how to properly set up formers. Forming, slicing, grinding, mixing, assembling and dismantling equipment, mobile equipment operation, lock out tag out operation, stacking, inspection.

Other tasks in these positions will be to stand, sit, bend, walk, stretch, climb, push, pull, kneel, squat and reach. The team member must be willing and able to lift, carry, push, and pull 20-70 pounds. Candidate must be willing and able to work in the cold (35 to 45 degrees) or damp environments and these areas may have slippery walking surfaces. Candidate must be able to work overtime and weekends.

Requirements

Applicants must show at least 6 months of work history with one employer within the last 24 months. If an applicant meets Tysons minimum requirements for consideration, they may be contacted for an interview.

Applicants who have worked for Tyson before may be considered for rehire if they meet the locations rehire criteria. Your application is only active for the current month in which you applied. You will need to reapply next month to have an active application and be considered for employment.

Tyson Foods, Inc. voluntarily participates in the E-Verify system and uses all tools made available by the federal government to confirm the employment eligibility of all team members. Persons offered employment with Tyson Foods are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.

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All Tyson Team Members are responsible for safety. This includes but is not limited to personal safety and food safety.

Located just one hour south of Omaha, Nebraska City is a city and county seat of Otoe County, Nebraska. Iconic for it's small town charm, the city boasts a population of 7,289.

The Nebraska State Legislature has credited Nebraska City as being the oldest incorporated city in the state, as it was the first approved by a special act of the Nebraska Territorial Legislature in 1855.

Nebraska City is home of Arbor Day and Arbor Day Farm, 260 acres of natural beauty and outdoor exploration reaping fun for the entire family. Nebraska City is also the home of the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Center (which focuses on the natural history achievements of the expedition), and the Mayhew Cabin, the only site in the state recognized by the National Park Service as a station on the Underground Railroad.

Cargill in Nebraska City

Cargill is proud to be a partner in the Nebraska City community. The Cargill Turkey & Cooked Meats Nebraska City facility was established in 1995 and consists of 195,000 square feet of production facilities. Nebraska City team members give back to the community through programs such as United Way and Relay for Life.

Position Purpose

The Knife Workers in our facility is an important role in the daily operations of our Trim Department. This job is important because it is vital to our process to meet customer expectations as it relates to quality. This employee would trim various cuts of meats to specification while complying with all safety procedures

While performing the duties of a knife worker, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or cold conditions with slippery surfaces at varied heights; moving mechanical parts; fast paced, high noise disciple, warm/cool environment. Positions require standing or walking the entire shift, the use of steps, and the use of PPE which is required in all areas of the facility.

Principal Accountabilities

Perform repetitive tasks. Examples include:

• Lock Out Tag Out

• Disassembling and re-assembling equipment

• Testing tools such as knives for effectiveness

• Use knife grinding or sharpening equipment

• Ensuring food safety and quality

• Cleanliness and housekeeping

• Maintaining a safe working environment

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

• Must be 18 years or older

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Cargill Experience

• Previous Experience in working in a meat processing facility

• Previous Experience working with knives

• Work history in the past 12 months

Located just one hour south of Omaha, Nebraska City is a city and county seat of Otoe County, Nebraska. Iconic for it's small town charm, the city boasts a population of 7,289.

The Nebraska State Legislature has credited Nebraska City as being the oldest incorporated city in the state, as it was the first approved by a special act of the Nebraska Territorial Legislature in 1855.

Nebraska City is home of Arbor Day and Arbor Day Farm, 260 acres of natural beauty and outdoor exploration reaping fun for the entire family. Nebraska City is also the home of the Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Center (which focuses on the natural history achievements of the expedition), and the Mayhew Cabin, the only site in the state recognized by the National Park Service as a station on the Underground Railroad.

Cargill in Nebraska City

Cargill is proud to be a partner in the Nebraska City community. The Cargill Turkey & Cooked Meats Nebraska City facility was established in 1995 and consists of 195,000 square feet of production facilities. Nebraska City team members give back to the community through programs such as United Way and Relay for Life.

Position Purpose

The Knife Workers in our facility is an important role in the daily operations of our Trim Department. This job is important because it is vital to our process to meet customer expectations as it relates to quality. This employee would trim various cuts of meats to specification while complying with all safety procedures

While performing the duties of a knife worker, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or cold conditions with slippery surfaces at varied heights; moving mechanical parts; fast paced, high noise disciple, warm/cool environment. Positions require standing or walking the entire shift, the use of steps, and the use of PPE which is required in all areas of the facility.

Principal Accountabilities

Perform repetitive tasks. Examples include:

• Lock Out Tag Out

• Disassembling and re-assembling equipment

• Testing tools such as knives for effectiveness

• Use knife grinding or sharpening equipment

• Ensuring food safety and quality

• Cleanliness and housekeeping

• Maintaining a safe working environment

Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

• Must be 18 years or older

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Cargill Experience

• Previous Experience in working in a meat processing facility

• Previous Experience working with knives

• Work history in the past 12 months

Nature Of Work

Water is Life! Join a hardworking team that is committed to provide safe and quality drinking water to Leesburg Customers.

The Town of Leesburg Department of Utilities is seeking an entry level or journey level water plant operator. The Department of Utilities operates a 12.5 million gallon per day filtration plant and a state certified microbology-testing laboratory. Come join a department that prides itself in high performance and has received numerous awards from organizations such as VDH and VML

What you'll be doing...

Work involves operating the water filtration plant and monitoring the process from a control board. Operators will monitor water quality by completing laboratory tests throughout the process to ensure high quality drinking water.

Required Qualifications

Utility Plant Operator Trainee (Grade 7)

$39,384-$67,421

• HS/GED

• Ability to obtain a Virginia Class IV Water Works Operator License within one year of employment.

• Ability to obtain a Virginia Class III Water Works Operators License within 3 years of obtaining Class IV License as issued by Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulator (DPOR).

• Possession of valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

• Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

• Knowledge in MS Suite applications and computer program applications appropriate to the position.

• Available and able to work shifts (nights, weekend and holidays)

OR

Utility Plant Operator I (Grade 8)

$42,767-$73,221

• HS/GED and one year of experience operating a water or wastewater treatment plant facility.

• Possession of current Class III Water Works Operator License for Water Supply as issued by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR).

• Water or environmental laboratory experience.

• Possession of a valid's driver's license and a safe driving record.

• Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

• Knowledge and familiarity with Virginia Waterworks Regulations.

• Knowledge in MS Suite applications and computer program applications appropriate to the position.

• Available and able to work shifts (nights, weekend and holidays)

OR

Utility Plant Operator II (Grade 9)

$45,995-$79,129

• HS/GED and two years of progressively responsible work in water or wastewater treatment.

• Possession of Class II Water Works Operator License issued by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR).

• Water and/or Microbiology laboratory experience.

• Possession of a valid's driver's license and a safe driving record.

• Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

• Experience with industrial computer control system (SCDA) and process control system.

• Available to work shirts (nights, weekends and holidays).

OR

Senior Utility Plant Operator (Grade 10)

$49,949-$85,514

• HS/GED and five years of progressively responsible work in water or wastewater treatment.

• Water and/or Microbiology laboratory experience.

• Possession of a Class I Water Works Operator License or Class I Wastewater Operator's License as issued by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.

• Possession of a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

• Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid or ability to obtain within one year of employment.

• Completion of relevant NIMS ICS training courses within 6 months of hire date.

• Available and able to work shifts (nights, weekends, holidays).

Preferred Qualifications

Utility Plant Operator Trainee

• Virginia Class IV Water Works Operator License issued by the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR).

• Water or environmental laboratory experience

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

OR

Utility Plant Operator I

• Backflow device certification.

• Experience with SCADA and Process Control Systems.

• Completion of VDH/VWEA Operators Short School - Virginia Tech.

• Bilingual in English/Spanish

OR

Utility Plant Operator II

• Backflow device certification.

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry or other related science.

• Bacteriology laboratory experience.

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

OR

Senior Utility Plant Operator

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or other related science.

• Completion of VA Operators Short School, Level 3.

• Supervisory and training experience.

• Possession of valid commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements and a safe driving record.

• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

The Town offers a competitive benefits package and compensation is negotiable based on qualifications and experience. For more information about the Department of Utilities go to : https://www.leesburgva.gov/government/departments/utilities-water-sewer

• Valid and current Driver's License

• Willing to work late evenings, weekends and overtime as needed

• Experience operating heavy equipment

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical

• Good attendance is essential Duties and/or
  
  Responsibilities:
  - Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
  

• Safely and properly operate and perform maintenance on loader, and other equipment.

• Load trucks up to legal hauling weight limit.

• Maintain smooth, level haul roads.

• Maintain contaminate free aggregate piles.

• Inspect material; check gradation quality, oversize rocks, contaminants.

• Check for spillage on plant floor and clean up daily (assist with shoveling spillage).

• Always work safely, following all safety protocol, and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.

• Perform other duties as assigned. Physical Requirments: - Extensive walking on uneven surfaces

• Lift and carry up to 100 pounds

• Exposure to dust, fumes, odors

• Hand eye coordination

• Exposure to mists, adhesives, acids

• Frequent and/or extended periods requiring kneeling, bending, and/or twisting

• Operating equipment at night under artificial lighting

• Working in all weather conditions for extended period of time Benefits:

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation

• Three Medical Plans with GENEROUS Employer contributions

• Health Savings Account

• Prescription Card

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care

• Dental

• Vision

• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

• Company Paid Short Term Disability Income Replacement

• Company Paid Long Term Disability Income Replacement

• Profit Sharing * 401(k) with Company Match

• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents

• Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, Access to Legal Advice

• Employee Discount Plan for National Vendors

• College Scholarship Program for Dependents

• Gift Matching Program How To Apply: Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

If you are unable to apply online you can apply in person or mail your application to 4825 Romeda Road, Beaumont, TX 77705.

• Piping layout drawings and schematics for liquid and gaseous fluid systems
• Single line drawings for low, medium, and high voltage power distribution systems
• Facility and building layouts
• Electrical drawings for process controls of facility & test systems
• Machined Parts

• Prepare complete engineering drawings or diagrams delineating equipment, engineered systems, structures and plant arrangements with sufficient detail in drawings to guide manufacturers in developing shop drawings and to guide construction in their work.
• Work under direction in the graphic preparation of 2-D drawings or 3-D CAD design models of average complexity based on information from others.
• Develop complete engineering drawings from information provided verbally, on sketches or in notes; plans related drawing sequence to convey complete engineering information.
• Make basic mathematical calculations related to the group’s drawing responsibilities.
• Prepare “as-built” drawings to reflect changes to designated work during construction, operations.
• Review and check design models, drawings and design documents prepared by others in the group and by material suppliers, as assigned.
• Prepare bulk material quantity takeoffs and material requisitions for materials applicable to the group.
• Work with engineers and other designers in the overall assignment to coordinate designs.
• Answer questions from client or construction group on design for assigned responsibility.
• Compile, maintain and access job drawing files, records, and drawing controls, as instructed.
• It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Vocational school training/certification or two years of college with courses relevant to drafting and/or design and two to four years of progressive and relevant drafting and drawing experience.
• Basic computer skills such as use of Microsoft Office products, file naming, and computer folder structures.
• Sound knowledge of CAD design and drafting techniques, engineering drawing, graphic arts, reading of drawings and reproduction methods used by the group.
• Knowledge of the application of engineering and construction materials related to the group’s design responsibilities.
• General knowledge of technical responsibilities of other groups associated with the total design effort.
• Skill in defining tasks within a drafting assignment for completion by others.

• Experience with Autodesk software, particularly AutoCAD and Inventor
• Experience with 3D modeling

• Maintain high productivity while producing quality parts. 
• Responsible for in process inspection (utilizing calipers, micrometers) 
• Must be able to work off of blueprints
• Use shop math in checking parts.
• Perform basic maintenance to the machines (clean and maintain, no mechanical repairs)
• Maintain the machine within the scope of its ability.
• Maintain all paperwork associated with producing the part and maintaining company records.

• Machine knowledge equivalent to one to two years of experience on CNC machines
• Apprenticeship or trade school required
• Working knowledge of shop math (Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry).
• Must know how to use calipers and micrometers
• Required Lifting: 30 Pounds; Lifting Frequency: Daily 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time (2-4 hours continuous)

Equipment Operator 
Grove City ,OH
7 months

send your resume to : resumes@witssolutions.com

Responsibilities Include: 

·         Operates equipment and machinery used for processes such as packaging, bindery, finishing and print production not requiring highly specialized training or certifications.  

·         May do setups, adjustments and cleanups.  

·         At higher levels may include equipment with multiple inline processes.  

·         Operates equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines. 

·         Reads and interprets work orders, blueprints and diagrams to select, position and secure machinery. 
Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, within quality guidelines and in a timely fashion 

Minimum Qualifications:

·         High school diploma or equivalent. 

·         Possesses knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. 

·         Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. 

·         Works under immediate supervision. 

·         Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. 

·         Typically reports to a supervisor/manager.