Split Saw Operator

The split Saw Operator is the process of using a band saw to cut the vertebral column of the carcass to separate into two equal halves. The split saw is responsible for the operation of a saw on a moving platform to split the beef from tailbone through the neck being careful to expose the spinal column of the beef.

• →Saw cattle on hydraulic lift; saw completely through the animal.
• →If the animal is tagged with a tag open the saw doors and rinse and sanitize the saw with 180-degree water.
• →Change saws when needed; separate saws will be used for over 30 and under 30-month cattle.
• →Follow safety procedures when changing saw blades
• →NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to work in a humid, hot, wet, slippery, or moving surface at varied heights in and around moving equipment and parts with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Previous experience/knowledge of manufacturing environment.
• Previous heavy machinery experience in manufacturing environment.
• Previous agriculture production/ beef plant experience.

• Be attentive to detail.
• Ability to work safely, wear PPE, and follow instructions.
• Ability to attend work consistently.
• Always be aware of your surroundings.
• Follow all safety, food safety, and Sanitary dress procedures.
• Ability to attend work consistently.
• Able to stand for lengthy periods of time.
• Display strong work ethic.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.