Hiring: Cut and Pack Assistant – Reed Farm

Job Description
Reed Farm is a poultry farm and processor located in Sunderland, MA. We are hiring a Cut and Pack Assistant for our processing facility. The Cut and Pack Assistant works with a small team (3-4 people) in cutting, packing, order fulfillment, and deliveries of our own chicken products and also those of other farms whose birds we process in our facility.

Responsibilities
The Cut and Pack Assistant works closely with the Cut and Pack Manager to produce fresh and frozen chicken products for sale throughout Massachusetts. The Cut and Pack Assistant cuts chicken to a high quality standard, packs and delivers orders on a set schedule in a timely and safe manner, and maintains a clean and sanitary work station. Additionally, the Cut and Pack Manager assists with frozen inventory management and performs other tasks as needed in the course of cut and pack operations.

Experience
Minimum of one year experience working in butchery or wholesale or retail meat packaging is preferred but not required. Two years of food service or agriculture experience is strongly preferred. Willing to train the right person.

Attributes
The Cut and Pack Assistant is able to maintain a clean and sanitary work station, adhere to regulatory guidelines for safe handling of meat products, communicate effectively with owners and coworkers, and maintain a positive attitude in the workplace. On the job training will be provided in poultry butchery to create various products to a high quality standard. This position involves long hours working in refrigerated spaces handling cold meat, so a certain fortitude and ability to prepare for and endure this environment is essential. An ability to drive delivery vans and operate in a warehouse setting is also a plus.

Schedule

Part time, year-round. 20-30 hours/week.

Compensation and Benefits
$22-25/hr based on experience, accrued sick time, paid vacation.

To apply please send a resume and letter describing your experience and interest to kat@reedfarmpoultry.com.