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JBS Imports

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Beardstown, IL · On-site

$28.15/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat. * May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing. * Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging. * Stay aware of your ...

JBS USA

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Beardstown, IL

$28.15/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat.May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing.Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging.Stay aware of your ...

JBS USA

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Beardstown, IL · On-site

$28.15/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat. * May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing. * Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging. * Stay aware of your ...

JBS USA

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Beardstown, IL

$28.15/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat. * May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing. * Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging. * Stay aware of your ...

JBS USA

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Beardstown, IL · On-site

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat. * May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing. * Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging. * Stay aware of your ...

JBS Imports

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat. May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing. Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging. Stay aware of your ...

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JBS USA

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat. May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing. Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging. Stay aware of your ...

JBS USA

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat.May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing.Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging.Stay aware of your ...

JBS USA

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat. May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing. Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging. Stay aware of your ...

JBS USA

PRODUCTION HOURLY

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat. May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing. Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging. Stay aware of your ...

JBS Imports

ALLEY BUYER

Beardstown, IL · On-site

$43K - $48K/yr

The JBS Pork team is seeking a 3rd Shift Alley Buyer. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise ... Comply with relevant laws, rules, and procedures, including Packers and Stockyards Required Skills ...

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JBS USA

ALLEY BUYER

Beardstown, IL

$43K - $48K/yr

The JBS Pork team is seeking a 3rd Shift Alley Buyer. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise ... Comply with relevant laws, rules, and procedures, including Packers and Stockyards Required Skills ...

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JBS USA

ALLEY BUYER

Beardstown, IL · On-site

The JBS Pork team is seeking a 3rd Shift Alley Buyer. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise ... Comply with relevant laws, rules, and procedures, including Packers and Stockyards Required Skills ...

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JBS USA

ALLEY BUYER

Beardstown, IL

$43K - $48K/yr

The JBS Pork team is seeking a 3rd Shift Alley Buyer.Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise hourly ... Packers and StockyardsRequired Skills/Abilities:Strong organizational skillsCommunication skills ...

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JBS USA

ALLEY BUYER

Beardstown, IL · On-site

$43K - $48K/yr

The JBS Pork team is seeking a 3rd Shift Alley Buyer. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise ... Comply with relevant laws, rules, and procedures, including Packers and Stockyards Required Skills ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for jbs meat packing in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A JBS Meat Packing job involves processing, packaging, and distributing meat products in a fast-paced environment. Employees may work in roles such as butchering, cutting, cleaning, quality control, or machine operation. The job often requires physical labor, standing for long periods, and following strict safety and hygiene protocols. JBS is one of the largest meat processing companies, offering competitive wages and benefits.

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A typical workday at JBS Meat Packing involves working as part of a close-knit team to process, package, and inspect meat products while maintaining strict safety and quality standards. You can expect to spend most of the day on your feet, often operating machinery or performing repetitive tasks in a cool environment. Teams are usually organized by production line or department, with supervisors providing guidance and support. Collaboration with coworkers ensures workflow efficiency and helps address any operational challenges smoothly. This structured environment promotes teamwork and provides opportunities for advancement into supervisory or specialized technical roles.

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To thrive in a JBS Meat Packing role, you need physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to follow strict safety and hygiene protocols, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with industrial cutting tools, conveyor systems, and food safety certifications like HACCP is beneficial. Being reliable, adaptable, and a strong team player helps individuals excel in the fast-paced, collaborative environment. These skills and qualities are crucial to maintaining the quality and safety standards essential in meat processing operations.

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PRODUCTION HOURLY

JBS Imports

Beardstown, IL • On-site

$28.15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Description
Position at JBS USA
JBS is seeking a hourly Production Team Member! Position starts at $21.90/hr with the ability to go up to $28.15/hr plus a $1/hour shift differential.
JBS® Pork is a leader in premium pork products designed to provide customers with a superior eating experience each and every time. Our wide selection of brands including Swift® and Swift Premium®, are well-recognized for their value, freshness and consistency. From our premium fresh natural products to our innovative dry rubbed, ready-to-cook products, JBS Pork offers the solution for your quality pork needs.
JBS is hiring for quality, motivated, people to join the JBS team on our production floor as general laborers.
Applicants should be willing or capable of performing the following jobs in the plant:
  • Work in an area where livestock is being killed
  • Work regularly in temperatures are near or below freezing (Coolers, Loading Dock Freezer)
  • Work in areas with unpleasant odors
  • Work in damp or cold conditions (20-30 Degrees-Fabrication)
  • Work in extreme heat (up to 104 degrees in the kill floor)
  • Work in areas that require you to lift, pull, or push 50 lbs.
  • Work with sharp knives or a cutting tool
  • Willing and capable of working overtime when necessary (Heavy Season- August- February
  • Available to work Day and Nights
  • Willing and capable of working Saturdays
  • Willing and capable of working in or around bloody areas, in a fast pace work environment, performing repetitive hand motions and body movements. Physical demanding jobs may take 5 to 6 weeks for the body to fully adjust to the work conditions, work environment, and job descriptions.

LIFTING/ PUSHING/PULLING - 10 lbs. -50 lbs. production
NEUTRAL WRIST- Repetitive hand motions and grasping.
REACHING - Reaching for product on the conveyor belt with hooks, reaching for boxes, or bags
STANDING - Constant standing for 8 to 10 hours per day, 6 days a week (Loading dock 7 days as needed per schedule.) (2 allowed breaks are scheduled based on the union contract and operational requirements.)
Loading Dock
Heavy Work - Exerting 51 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 26 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 11 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work.
Expectations-
Report to work every day at your scheduled start time.
Follow all company policies and procedures.
Follow supervisors and managers instructions.
Have the ability to work with others, and get along with others.
Work to the best of your abilities and have the desire to learn and grow.
Responsibilities:
  • Use assortment of knives, steel, and a hook to perform job tasks.
  • Keep knife sharp: develop good knife sharpening skills. Ask for assistance if needed.
  • Operate heavy equipment.
  • Bag and Box product.
  • Must use proper personal protective equipment effectively.
  • Expected to work hands on at high speed and times to lift over 50 pounds.
  • Must keep work areas clean and follow proper food safety protocols.
  • Must adhere to JBS specifications in product to ensure quality of meat.
  • May have to shave or wash animal meat before packing.
  • Inspect meat or meat products and/or packaging.
  • Stay aware of your surroundings and notify a supervisor if you recognize a hazard.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
  • Production and maintenance settings
  • Exposure to various chemicals, machinery, and knives
  • Slippery floors, cold temperatures, and loud ambient noise
  • Ability to work 50+ hours
  • Good attendance and safety records

Benefits Include
  • Paid Vacation
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits
  • 401(k) plan
  • Better Futures Program
  • Onsite Cafeteria
  • Career development opportunities

Relationships:
Internal: Employees on the production line and plant management
External: USDA and Union
Comments: The schedule for this position is typically Mon - Fri. Weekend work required as scheduled. During Fall Season, Saturdays are typically scheduled.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
JBS offers a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.
JBS is an equal opportunity employer.
Unsolicited Assistance: JBS and its companies do not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at JBS and its companies or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.

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