Precision Cutting: Removing specific parts of the carcass (such as ears, or in similar roles, shoulders, wings, or bellies) using hand tools like knives or shears.
Production Rate: Completing work cycles quickly, often in less than 10-20 seconds per item.
Quality Control: Inspecting the product to remove defects.
Safety & Compliance: Following strict safety policies, including using proper PPE (earplugs, hard hat, hairnet, mesh gloves) and maintaining a clean work area.
Tool Maintenance: Keeping tools sharp for efficient cutting.
Environment: Temperatures often around or below 35-45F, with wet, slippery, and noisy conditions.
Physical Stamina: Standing for 8-12 hours per day on concrete floors.
Manual Dexterity: Repetitive use of arms, hands, and upper body to cut.
Lifting: Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
Farm Laborer
Simplot Land & Livestock
03.2024 - 06.2025
Feed, water and tend livestock or assist with crop tasks (planting, weeding, harvesting) depending on assignment.
Clean, sanitize, and maintain animal housing, pens, hutches, waterers and related equipment.
Perform general grounds and facility maintenance: painting, cleaning, debris removal, fence repair, and basic building upkeep.
Assist with irrigation systems and light equipment operation (tractors, loaders, water trucks) as trained.
Load/unload materials, help with receiving and inventory, and move product or feed as directed.
Follow safety procedures, report hazards, and comply with site policies and supervisor directions.
Prior farm, ranch, or production labor experience preferred but not always required for entry-level roles.
Inbound Stow
Amazon Fulfillment Center
03.2022 - 01.2025
Scanning and Stowing: Use hand-held scanners to scan items and then place them into storage pods, ensuring proper organization.
Rate and Accuracy: Maintain a high stow rate (often aiming for >95% accuracy) to keep inventory flow efficient.
Safety Adherence: Follow all safety protocols, including using personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhering to hazard regulations, such as in 'flammable' storage zones.
Handling Inventory: Unload, sort, and organize products, which may involve working in varied temperatures and handling different sizes of goods.
Equipment Operation: Potentially operate powered industrial trucks (PIT), such as forklifts, at heights up to 40 feet.