Smokehouse Operator - HN-SMOKEHOUSE-3RD

Hatfield is a well-established meat processing company known for its commitment to quality and food safety. Specializing in pork products, Hatfield has earned a reputation for delivering premium, flavorful smoked meats to consumers nationwide. The company operates state-of-the-art smokehouse facilities that require rigorous monitoring and quality control to ensure that every product meets stringent company and industry standards. Hatfield emphasizes a culture of safety, cleanliness, and employee development, contributing to its position as an industry leader in meat processing and smokehouse operations.

The role available is a Smokehouse Operator position at Hatfield, focused on monitoring the cooking and chilling processes of products through the smokehouse department. This role is vital to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality assurance. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all products are cooked precisely per company specifications and chilled properly in compliance with food safety regulations. This involves close monitoring of the smokehouses as well as the brine chillers, handling product transportation to and from the smokehouse floor, and maintaining accurate documentation through weight sheets and production charts.

A crucial part of this role includes assisting with frequent inspections related to Standard Sanitary Operating Procedures (SSOP) to identify and address any potential deficiencies. Operators must be capable of standing up to extreme temperature fluctuations typically experienced within the smokehouse environment. The position demands physical endurance to continuously push and pull heavy product loads—sometimes up to 1500 lbs with assistance from a rail system—and to perform tasks such as loading and unloading carts and smokehouses.

Furthermore, the Smokehouse Operator is required to understand and follow oral and written instructions effectively, consume production data into SAP software, and contribute to general housekeeping and production assistance as needed. The role requires basic math skills and literacy in English for reading and writing, ensuring clear communication and accurate recordkeeping. Monitoring oven cycles, testing product samples, and identifying product condensation are also important responsibilities that ensure product integrity and safety.

This is an opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, quality-centric environment and are committed to food safety excellence. Hatfield promotes equal employment opportunities and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds, valuing inclusivity and compliance with federal employment laws. This full-time role provides a stable and rewarding workplace within the food manufacturing industry and offers valuable experience in smokehouse operations within a highly respected company.