PRODUCTION HOURLY

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Location: Plainwell, MI, United States

Date Posted: Oct 15, 2026

Category: Hourly Production

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Description

Production Team Member

Responsibilities & Requirements

Join the JBS Plainwell team and play a key role in producing high-quality beef products that feed families across the country. Team members work in a fast-paced production environment and may be assigned to a variety of operational areas throughout the facility.

Responsibilities may include:

• Processing beef products in a safe and efficient manner.
• Preparing products for packaging, storage, and shipment.
• Operating hand tools such as knives and hooks.
• Operating powered equipment including saws, skinners, and other processing tools.
• Following all food safety, quality, animal welfare, and workplace safety procedures.
• Performing repetitive lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and handling of products.
• Working in hot, cold, wet, or refrigerated production environments.
• Standing, walking, bending, and performing repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

Job Duties

Depending on department assignment, duties may include:

• Unloading and handling livestock in accordance with humane animal welfare standards.
• Preparing livestock for harvest operations.
• Hide removal using knives and specialized equipment.
• Trimming carcasses and products to meet food safety and quality standards.
• Harvesting and processing by-products and offal.
• Breaking down carcasses into primal and sub-primal cuts.
• Trimming, packaging, bagging, and boxing products to customer specifications.
• Inspecting products for quality and compliance standards.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Departments

Positions may be available in:

• Harvest
• Fabrication
• Ground Beef
• Value Added
• Shipping
• Hides
• Rendering

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; training provided.
• Ability to work safely in a production environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and repetitive motion tasks.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Why Join JBS Plainwell?

At JBS, our team members are the foundation of our success. We are committed to creating opportunities for growth, development, and advancement for people who are motivated to build a rewarding career in food production.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• On-the-job training
• Employee discounts and wellness programs

About JBS

JBS USA is a leader in the global food industry and one of the world''s largest protein producers. While our company continues to grow, our commitment to family values, quality products, and team member success remains unchanged.

The JBS Plainwell facility has a long history of innovation and excellence in beef processing. As one of JBS''s most advanced operations, Plainwell produces over one million pounds of beef products daily and is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, food safety, and operational excellence.

Whether you are starting your career or looking for a new opportunity, JBS offers a place where hard work, dedication, and teamwork are rewarded.

EOE, INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETS

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