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RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee Daily Operations: Manage and coordinate all deboning activities to meet production targets and ensure efficient workflow Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and motivate a team of deboning staff, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures. Quality Control: Monitor product quality throughout the deboning process, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications. Yield Management: Implement strategies to maximize yield and minimize waste during the deboning process. Equipment Maintenance: Ensure that all deboning equipment is properly maintained and in good working order, coordinating repairs and maintenance as needed. Food Safety: Enforce strict adherence to food safety regulations and hygiene standards throughout the deboning department. Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished products, ensuring accurate record-keeping. Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and product quality. Reporting: Prepare regular reports on production volumes, yields, and other key performance indicators. Health and Safety: Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing health and safety regulations and promoting a culture of safety awareness. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Meat Science, Food Science, Animal Science) At least 3-5 years of experience in a deboning or meat processing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Thorough knowledge of deboning techniques and meat processing procedures. Strong understanding of food safety regulations and hygiene standards. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to operate and maintain deboning equipment. HACCP certification is a plus. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and work in cold environments.