Flesher  

Personnel Plus, Inc. is now hiring reliable and motivated individuals to join our Fleshing Department as Fleshers. This is a long-term career opportunity for individuals interested in learning a specialized, in-demand trade with paid training, steady work, and performance-based earnings.

A Flesher is a specialized industrial role within meat processing, tanning, and hide production. The primary responsibility is to operate specialized machinery and hand tools to remove fat, tissue, and membrane from animal hides in preparation for tanning, manufacturing, or distribution.

As a Flesher, you will work indoors processing animal hides as part of the tanning process. You will receive hands-on training from experienced professionals and learn to safely operate specialized equipment, including high-speed rotating knives and fleshing machinery.

Schedule

Monday – Saturday

Pay

Starting at $11.00 per hour

Responsibilities

Machine Operation: Load heavy hides onto flesher machines and monitor equipment to ensure smooth, continuous operation.
Scraping & Trimming: Remove excess flesh, fat, and tissue from raw hides to prevent spoilage and maintain quality standards.
Quality Control: Inspect processed hides to ensure they meet production specifications and quality expectations.
Sanitation & Maintenance: Clean work areas regularly, sanitize equipment, and assist with routine machinery maintenance such as blade changes and lubrication.
Compliance: Follow all company safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and workplace hygiene standards.
Other duties may be assigned

Benefits of the Job!

No experience needed — we train you from day one
Clear skill progression from entry-level to senior status
Earn more as your skills improve through per-hide and team bonuses
Stable indoor work environment
Supportive team culture focused on safety and quality
Other duties may be assigned

Training follows a structured path and typically takes 1–2 years to master, leading to advanced skills, higher productivity, and increased earnings. This position is ideal for candidates who are disciplined, hardworking, and committed to learning a valuable trade.

What We’re Looking For

Strong work ethic and dependability
Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
Willingness to commit to long-term training and growth
Ability to work around animal hides and industrial equipment
Ability to lift, carry, and handle heavy materials in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working in wet, humid, and industrial conditions