Food Production Operator- Multiple Roles

Wilson, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Believer Meats is a global leader in cultivated meat production poised to transform the food industry at scale. Harnessing advanced biotechnology we deliver sustainable ethical and high-quality meat products designed to meet the growing global demand for protein without the environmental impact of traditional 2025 we completed construction of the largest production facility of its kind in the world secured FDA and USDA approval. We are poised to bring our first product to market in 2026.

We are seeking qualified Downstream Operators to join our team. We are hiring across four downstream areas Powerheater Mixing Further Processing (FP) Room and Bagger Operations all essential to preparing and packaging our cultivated meat for market.

As a Downstream Operator you willplay a critical hands-on role in producing our cultivated chicken products transforming cell-based materials into high-quality ready-to-package food products.

The Downstream Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring post-cultivation processing equipment including heating mixing forming and packaging systems.

Were seeking experienced operators from meat poultry or protein processing environments (tray pack mixing/blending forming or further processing lines) who bring strong attention to quality safety and teamwork in a fast-paced innovative production setting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General Responsibilities (applies to all downstream areas)

Operate monitor and troubleshoot assigned equipment to ensure safe consistent and efficient production.
Follow batch records and SOPs to maintain product quality texture and yield.
Record key process parameters (temperature pressure dwell time weights) accurately and in real time.
Perform start-up shutdown and changeover of equipment per established procedures.
Conduct visual inspections and quality checks at defined intervals.
Maintain sanitary conditions and comply with GMP and food safety requirements.
Collaborate with QA Maintenance and Production teams to meet daily production targets.
Participate in equipment cleaning minor maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.
Uphold safety standards report hazards and contribute to a proactive safety culture.

Area-Specific Responsibilities

Powerheater Operator

Operate powerheating and thermal-processing systems to achieve precise temperature and texture targets.
Monitor temperature and dwell time to ensure food safety and product consistency.
Verify calibration and cleanliness of heating and transfer systems.

Mixing Operator

Blend product batches to achieve correct formulation and consistency.
Load raw and intermediate materials according to recipes and mixing schedules.
Verify weights mixing speeds and times to meet product specifications.
Clean and sanitize mixers hoppers and transfer piping between batches.

Further Processing (FP) Room Operator Cooling Die Knife Belts

Operate forming cutting and conveying systems to shape and cool the product.
Adjust settings to maintain product size form and throughput rates.
Inspect for quality defects and coordinate corrective action with QA or Lead.
Maintain belt alignment blade sharpness and equipment hygiene.

Bagger Operator

Operate tray pack or bagging equipment including sealing and labeling systems.
Verify package weights codes and label accuracy for each product run.
Inspect finished goods for quality integrity and presentation.
Palletize and track packaged product in accordance with lot and traceability requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

High school diploma or GED
13 years of experience in food meat or poultry processing (tray pack mixing/blending further processing or packaging).
Working knowledge of food safety (HACCP GMP) and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
Ability to read and follow SOPs production schedules and batch documentation.
Comfortable working in cold wet and fast-paced production environments.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time.

Preferred:

Experience in meat or protein processing operations such as forming slicing tray packing or marination.
Knowledge of process automation PLC-controlled equipment or aseptic systems.
Exposure to high-hygiene or cleanroom production environments.

EEO STATEMENT

Believer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to age race color genetic information marital status national origin disability religion sex sexual orientation gender identity veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by law with respect to recruitment hiring training promotion and other terms and conditions of employment.

We also provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individualsin accordance withapplicable laws. If you need to inquire aboutaccommodationduring the application processor employment please contact HR ().

Required Experience:

Manager